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I came up with these ham and cheese mozzarella sticks when I wanted something my kids would actually eat but a bit lighter than what you’d get at a regular place. Most baked mozzarella sticks just turn out soft or kind of tasteless, but when I started wrapping them with a slice of ham inside an egg roll wrapper, they surprised me. The shell comes out really crunchy with awesome color, plus the salty ham just takes it over the top. Every bite pulls that cheese just right and is wrapped in a crisp, not-greasy shell. Way tastier than anything you’ll find in the freezer aisle.
Even my nephew, who’s super picky and mostly lives on chicken nuggets, asked for seconds right away. My husband said he’d pay for these at a fancy spot, mostly because the extra ham makes all the difference. And my sister, who usually avoids anything cheesy, had to admit they’re really tasty and don’t taste “healthy” at all.
Tasty Ingredients
- Egg roll wrappers: Crisp up in the oven and keep everything inside right where you want it
- Honey ham slices: Deli-sliced ham gives you just enough salty kick against the cheese
- String cheese: Perfect size and shape, melts beautifully, easy to use
- Simple seasonings: All you need is olive oil and garlic salt to get them brown and flavorful
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Easy Step-by-Step Directions
- Ready to Roll
- Set your oven to 350 and line a pan with parchment. Get all your stuff out and organized – it’s way faster if you set it up like a little assembly line.
- Rolling Style
- Take an egg roll wrapper, turn it so it looks like a diamond, then put your ham right in the middle. Lay a string cheese on top. Fold those side points over the cheese, then roll everything up tight, so it looks like a classic roll.
- Seal Things Up
- Stick the seam underneath on the baking sheet. Completely cover the ham and cheese so nothing seeps out while they’re baking.
- Add Flavor
- Brush the tops with olive oil and shake on some garlic salt. Oil helps get that deep golden crunch, garlic salt bumps up the flavor and smells amazing.
- Into the Oven
- Toss them in for 12-15 minutes. Give them a check at 10 minutes since ovens can be weird. Flip each one, then bake 4-5 minutes longer until they’re dark and toasty on all sides.
- Time to Eat
- Enjoy them right away! The cheese is melty and amazing while hot. Dunk them in your favorite sauce, like ranch or marinara, or even honey mustard for a fun twist.
Ask me how I know about wrapping them well—I learned the hard way, cleaning up cheese that oozed onto the tray. Now I always double-check those seams. And really, flipping makes them evenly crunchy every time.
Best Pairings
Serve these at the start of dinner or for game night snacking. Marinara is a classic dip, but ranch, honey mustard, or even warm cheese sauce all work great. For drinks, anything goes—soda, iced tea, or a cold beer.
Fun Twists
Play around with fillings—turkey, prosciutto, or salami are awesome swaps for ham. Sprinkle basil or oregano on the wrapper for more flavor, or add a little jalapeño slice if you like heat. Try swapping out the cheese, but string cheese gives that perfect stretch.
Leftover Tips
They’re best right out of the oven—crisp and gooey. If you do end up with extras, keep them in the fridge for a couple of days. Reheat in your oven at 350 for around 8 minutes, but don’t microwave or the shell will get chewy and soft.
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Honestly, these ham and cheese sticks are our go-to any time we’re craving something fun without the usual fried feeling. Shows you can totally get something crispy and delicious with less oil if you use the right tricks. Every time we serve them, folks are shocked how close they taste to the fried kind—minus all the greasy mess. This is one of those things that makes eating better feel like no big deal at all.
Recipe FAQs
- → What makes eggroll wrappers better than breadcrumbs?
- They turn crispy in the oven, cutting out the deep frying while giving you that crunch.
- → Can I leave out the ham for a vegetarian version?
- Sure, skip the ham and just use cheese. Add herbs or seasonings if you'd like to spice things up!
- → How can I stop the cheese from spilling out?
- Wrap the cheese tightly with the wrapper, seal all the edges, and put the seam-side facing down when baking.
- → What dips work best with these?
- Marinara's a classic pick, but try ranch, mustard, garlic mayo, or sweet and sour for a twist.
- → Can I store these for future snacks?
- Yes! Assemble and freeze them before baking. Toss them straight in the oven when you’re ready and add a couple of minutes to the cook time.