Looking for a quick, savory appetizer that’s guaranteed to disappear fast? These Ham & Cheddar Twists are the perfect no-fuss snack for game day, parties, or movie nights when you want something warm and satisfying without a lot of work. Made with simple pantry staples, they come together in minutes and bake up golden, cheesy, and irresistible.
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Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Servings: 36 twists
What You’ll Need
- Baking sheets lined with parchment paper
- Pastry rolling pin
- Sharp knife or pizza cutter to cut strips
Ingredients
- 2 – 9-inch square sheets of frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
- Thin sliced deli ham
- 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
2. Lightly flour a clean surface, roll puff pastry into a 10×13-inch rectangle.
​​3. Brush the surface of the pastry with the beaten egg.
4. Cover the surface of the dough with a single layer of thin sliced ham, then sprinkle with 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese and 1 tablespoon of the fresh chopped parsley.
5. Gently place a piece of parchment paper over the dough and press down slightly to help the ingredients stay in place when twisting.
6. Working from the 13-inch side, cut the pastry into 18 equal strips (about ¾-inch wide).
7. Twist each strip of dough and carefully place it on the prepared baking sheets.
8. Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Variations
- Make the same recipe replacing cheddar cheese with mozzarella cheese and replacing ham with pepperoni. Drizzle with a tiny bit of hot honey after brushing the egg on the dough.
- Just use finely shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese, add chopped parsley and oregano (optional) serve with marinara sauce for dipping
Serve with Suggestions
- Ranch dressing
- Honey mustard dressing
- Spicy mustard
- Dijon mustard
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Storage
This particular savory snack is best served on the day they are made. If you do have leftovers, refrigerate them in an airtight container. You can heat them in the oven at 350°F for about 3 minutes to keep them crisp.
Final Thoughts
If you’re building a go-to list of easy appetizers, these Ham & Cheddar Twists deserve a spot. They’re easy to customize, fast to make, and perfect for everything from game day to casual get-togethers. Be sure to check out some of my other simple appetizer ideas like these easy Taco Dip & Homemade Hummus recipes. Add them to your go-to list for stress-free hosting inspiration. -Hey Ivy