A fuss-free recipe for Easy Ham and Pickle Roll Ups. This 3 ingredient appetizer is the perfect appetizer that effortlessly combines savory deli ham slices, tangy pickles, and a layer of cream cheese.
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Kitchen Essentials
Tiered Tray
Aluminum Cake Pan
Chef Knife
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Ingredients
8SlicesDeli Hamthinly sliced
8Pickle Spearsdill, bread and butter, or sweet
1CupCream Cheesesoftened
Toothpicksfor securing wraps
Instructions
Lay out a ham slice on a clean surface. Pat the ham dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture.
8 Slices Deli Ham
Use a butter knife to spread a thin layer of the cream cheese mixture evenly across each ham slice. About a tablespoon of cream cheese. Variation. You can spread the cream cheese over the whole ham slice or across one section on one end.
1 Cup Cream Cheese
Pat the pickle spear dry with paper towels. Place a pickle spear at one end of each ham slice.
8 Pickle Spears
Carefully roll up the ham around the pickle, making sure it's tightly wrapped. Continue to do this for each slice of ham and pickle.
Slice into ¾ inch to 1 inch bite-sized pieces. Secure each roll with a toothpick and place on a serving tray.
Toothpicks
Alternatively, you can leave it whole and snack on the whole wrap. Often, the ends have a little extra ham sticking out. Just slice that off to make ends even. Use it in salads or for snacking.
Before serving, allow the wraps to chill in the refrigerator for at least 15-30 minutes. This not only helps the flavors meld but also allows the cream cheese to set, making them easier to handle.
Arrange the bite-sized appetizers on a serving platter.
Notes
How to Store Ham and Pickle Roll Ups
These wraps are best enjoyed within 2-3 days of preparation for optimal freshness. Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrap them tightly with plastic wrap. Place them in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.Moisture can affect the texture of the wraps. Ensure that the wraps are not exposed to excess moisture in the refrigerator. If condensation builds up inside the storage container, pat the wraps dry with a paper towel before serving.Since this recipe uses cream cheese, I do not recommend freezing. It might become crumbly or slightly grainy once the cream cheese has thawed.