Ham and Cheese Bars

These ham and cheese bars layer flaky pie crust with gooey melted cheese and salty ham, baked into a sheet and cut into golden squares for an easy party appetizer.

Course Appetizer, Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword ham and cheese bars

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings pieces

Calories 71kcal

Author Jason Decker

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
Roll out the first pie crust on to the parchment paper.
2 sheets refrigerated pie crust
Layer half of the slices of cheese evenly over the entire sheet.
8 ounces sliced mozzarella cheese
Add a layer of ham slices over the cheese.
8 ounces sliced ham
Add another layer of cheese slices on top of the ham.
Roll out the second sheet of pie crust or puff pastry and place it on top of the layers.
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the layered pastry into 1.5-inch squares.
Brush the tops of the squares with the beaten egg.
1 large egg
Generously sprinkle powdered sugar over the squares.
Powdered sugar for dusting
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool slightly on the baking tray before serving.

Notes

Nutrition is calculated without optional powdered sugar.

Chill the Pastry: Before cutting, chill the assembled pastry in the fridge for about 15 minutes. This makes it easier to handle.
Use a Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter: This ensures clean cuts and neat 2-inch squares.
Don’t Overfill: Be careful not to overfill with ham and cheese to prevent the filling from oozing out during baking.
Brush with Egg Wash: Make sure to cover the entire surface with the egg mixture for a beautiful golden brown finish.
Line Your Baking Sheet: Use parchment paper or a rimmed baking sheet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Serve Warm: These squares taste best when served warm, but they’re also delicious at room temperature.

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