Ham and Cheese Roll

Name: Ham and Cheese Roll (Crispy Mozzarella Sticks)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut in half; 4 slices deli ham; 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Ham and Cheese Rolls are a simple 3-ingredient snack where mozzarella sticks are wrapped in deli ham, coated in parmesan, and cooked until the cheese melts and the ham crisps. They're ready in minutes and require no special skills.

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Total

13 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$10–$16

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Ingredients

2 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut in half
4 slices deli ham
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

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Instructions

1
Take half of a mozzarella cheese stick and roll it tightly in a slice of ham.
2
Coat the ham-wrapped cheese stick completely in grated parmesan cheese.
3
Place the roll-ups in an air fryer basket.
4
Air fry at 400°F for 6-10 minutes, or until the ham is crispy and the cheese is melted.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Wrap the ham tightly around each mozzarella stick half to prevent cheese from escaping during cooking.
Use freshly cut mozzarella sticks rather than thawed ones for better texture and less leakage.
Cook until the ham edges just begin to curl and brown, not until they're completely crispy—this gives the best texture contrast.
Serve immediately while the cheese is still warm and gooey; they firm up quickly as they cool.

Substitutions

Deli ham → prosciutto or bacon (note: prosciutto is thinner and crisps faster; reduce cooking time by 1–2 minutes)
Mozzarella cheese sticks → string cheese or small cubes of fresh mozzarella (note: adjust size so it wraps evenly in ham)
Grated parmesan → grated pecorino romano or asiago (note: use the same amount; flavor will be saltier and sharper)

Storage & make-ahead

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 3–4 minutes or in an air fryer at 350°F for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.

Equipment

air fryer (optional but recommended) · oven or skillet (if not air frying)

Common Questions

Can I make ham and cheese rolls ahead of time?

Yes, assemble them up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate. Cook from cold, adding 1–2 minutes to cooking time.

What's the best way to cook ham and cheese rolls?

Air fry at 380°F for 6–8 minutes, or bake at 400°F for 8–10 minutes. Pan-fry over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until ham is crispy and cheese leaks slightly.

How do I keep the cheese from leaking out?

Cut mozzarella sticks in half to manage portion size, wrap ham tightly around each piece, and don't overcook—remove as soon as cheese starts to ooze at the edges.