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Ham and Cheese Crescent Rolls are tasty appetizers made with only four ingredients which include honey mustard, deli ham, American cheese, and crescent dough. They are perfect for an after-school snack or to bring to a party. These creamy roll-ups are simple to make and are ready to eat in under 20 minutes.

Ham and Cheese Crescent Rolls

These ham and cheese crescents are baked in the oven until they’re golden brown and the cheese is melty. The flavors of the honey mustard, savory ham, and crunchy crescent rolls all come together to make a light, hot, and satisfying snack. 

This recipe is also perfectly suited for the airy fryer. If you need to use your oven for another dish or just don’t want to heat up the huge appliance, an airy fryer is a wonderful alternative. Either way, this is a dish your friends and family are going to love!

How to make ham and cheese crescent rolls

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate the triangles.

Brush each triangle with a thin layer of honey mustard.

Place one slice of ham on top of each triangle, folding the ham to fit if necessary.

Place one half piece of cheese on the end of each triangle.

Roll the crescent roll.

Place the crescent rolls on the baking sheet and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Tips for Success/Variations: 

Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the best ham and cheese crescent rolls you’ve ever had. 

• You can make these crescent rolls into breakfast by adding eggs with the ham and cheese.   
• Substitute shredded chicken for the ham for a fun and different flavor.   
• Make these crescent pockets into lunch by trading the ham with pepperoni and the honey mustard with marinara sauce. 
• Pillsbury makes delicious crescent roll dough that you can buy in the refrigerated section of the grocery store.  

How to Serve: 

Some other appetizers you can serve alongside these ham and cheese crescent rolls are Crockpot Cranberry Meatballs, Loaded Ranch Twice Baked Potatoes, or Creamy Christmas “Holly” Avocado Deviled Eggs.

How to Store: 

Place the homemade ham and cheese crescent rolls in a large zip-top bag and refrigerate for up to three days after you make them. 

You can also place the bag of rolls in the freezer and keep them for up to three months. 

To thaw them, let the roll-ups sit on the counter for two hours or in the refrigerator overnight.

FAQs: 

What other types of cheese can I use in crescent rolls? 

If you’d like to swap out the American cheese, try using cheddar, swiss, or mozzarella instead. 

Which vegetables can I add to these crescent roll bites? 

To add some green veggies to this appetizer, try asparagus stalks or broccoli florets. 

Can I make these crescent rolls into a different shape? 

Yes, instead of slicing the dough into triangles you can make a long log and cut the dough into rings to make pinwheels.