Ham and Cheese Sticks (Printable)

Golden crispy rolls with ham and melted cheese, ready in 30 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 12 slices cooked ham, thinly sliced
02 - 12 mozzarella cheese sticks (approximately 1¼ x ½ x ½ inch each, or string cheese)
03 - 12 slices sandwich bread, crusts removed

→ Egg Wash & Coating

04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 2 tablespoons milk
06 - 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ¼ teaspoon salt

→ For Frying

11 - Vegetable oil for deep frying

# How To Make:

01 - Using a rolling pin, flatten each slice of sandwich bread until thin and pliable.
02 - Place a slice of ham evenly on each flattened bread slice. Lay a mozzarella stick along one edge.
03 - Roll up tightly from the cheese end, ensuring the ham and bread completely enclose the cheese.
04 - In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs with milk until well combined.
05 - In a separate bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic powder, oregano, pepper, and salt.
06 - Dip each roll first in the egg wash, then coat thoroughly with the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
07 - Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F.
08 - Fry the sticks in batches for 2–3 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
09 - Let cool for 2 minutes before serving to allow cheese to set slightly.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The crispy exterior gives way to gooey melted cheese in every single bite
  • They come together faster than ordering takeout and taste infinitely better
  • Perfect for everything from after school snacks to unexpected guests
02 -
  • Seal the rolls tightly or cheese will escape into the oil and make a mess
  • Do not overcrowd the pan or the oil temperature will drop and they will get greasy
03 -
  • Freeze uncooked sticks for up to 2 weeks and fry straight from frozen, just add 1 minute
  • Use slightly stale bread, it flattens easier without tearing

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