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Air Fryer Ham Cheese Sticks

Air Fryer Ham Cheese Sticks

Crispy Air Fryer Ham Cheese Sticks are a quick, delicious snack featuring savory ham and melted cheese wrapped in a golden, crunchy bread exterior. Ready in under 20 minutes and made with simple ingredients, these sticks are perfect for parties, game day, or anytime you want a savory, gooey finger food with minimal oil and fuss.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 sticks

Ingredients

Ham & Cheese Filling

  • Sliced ham: deli ham, amount as desired
  • Cheese sticks: mozzarella or cheddar, 8 sticks

Bread Coating

  • Bread slices: white or whole wheat, 8 slices
  • Egg wash: 1 large egg beaten with 1 tbsp water or milk
  • Breading seasoning: garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste (optional)
  • Cooking spray: as needed for air fryer basket

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients: Trim crusts off the bread slices and flatten each slice slightly with a rolling pin for easier wrapping. Lay the ham slices flat, place one cheese stick on top of each, then roll them up tightly inside the ham.
  2. Wrap with bread: Firmly enclose each ham and cheese roll inside a prepared bread slice. Seal all edges tightly, using a bit of water or egg wash if needed to secure the bread edges.
  3. Coat with egg wash and seasoning: Lightly dip each wrapped stick into the beaten egg wash. Optionally sprinkle or dip into a seasoned breadcrumb mixture or press gently with your hands to create a textured crust.
  4. Preheat and air fry: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the sticks in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Lightly spray the sticks with cooking spray. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese inside has melted.
  5. Serve warm: Carefully remove the sticks from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving to enjoy perfectly gooey, crispy ham cheese sticks without mess.

Notes

  • Seal edges well to prevent cheese from leaking during cooking.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; allow space for even crisping.
  • Use room temperature cheese sticks to help them melt evenly inside.
  • Check cooking times as air fryers vary; adjust to avoid over-browning.
  • Try different bread types or seasoned bread crumbs for extra flavor and crunch.
  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free (use gluten-free bread)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stick
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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