Ham and Swiss Rolls - Dish with Drew

 Ham and Swiss Rolls

There is something about the holidays and game days that just calls for snacky, golden brown, pull apart food. The kind people hover over. The kind that mysteriously disappears even though you swear you just put it down. These ham and Swiss rolls with Dijon honey butter are exactly that food.

This is my go to when I need an appetizer that feels cozy and special without requiring a lot of effort. They are perfect for holiday gatherings when the oven is already on and everyone keeps asking when food will be ready. They are just as perfect for game day when no one wants a fork and everything needs to be grab and go. Soft, flaky rolls filled with melty Swiss and savory ham always deliver.

What makes these stand out is how easy they are. Crescent dough does most of the work. You layer, roll, slice, and bake. That is it. They look impressive on the table but come together fast, which is exactly what I want when hosting.

And then there is the honey Dijon butter. Sweet, tangy, and just rich enough, it takes these rolls from good to completely addictive. Warm rolls dipped into that butter are dangerous in the best way.

If you need a reliable appetizer that everyone will love, this is it.

Enjoyyy! ❤️

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🧾 Ingredients 🧾

For the Rolls
1 crescent dough sheet
4 ounces honey ham
8 ounces Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

For the Condiment
1 stick unsalted butter, fully softened at room temperature
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

👨‍🍳 Instructions 👨‍🍳

For the Rolls

1) Preheat your oven to 375 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the crescent dough sheet. Use a rolling pin to gently smooth the surface and create a more even rectangular shape.

2) Brush the entire surface of the dough evenly with one tablespoon of Dijon mustard. Sprinkle the thyme evenly over the mustard layer.

3) Lay the honey ham over the dough in an even layer, making sure the slices reach close to the edges without overlapping too thickly.

4) Sprinkle the Swiss cheese evenly over the ham, covering the surface from edge to edge.

5) Starting on one of the long sides of the dough, carefully lift the edge and begin rolling the dough forward into a tight log. Roll slowly and evenly, keeping the roll snug but not crushing the dough. Continue rolling until the entire sheet is wrapped into a single spiral log with the seam resting on the bottom.

6) Use a sharp knife to slice the log into one-inch-thick rounds. Place the rolls cut side up on the prepared baking sheet with a little space between each.

7) Bake at 375 F for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed, deeply golden on the outside, and fully cooked through.

Serve the rolls warm with the honey Dijon butter on the side for dipping.

For the Condiment

1) In a bowl, mix the fully softened butter, honey, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard until completely smooth and combined. If the mixture looks lumpy or split, the butter was likely too cold. Let it sit at room temperature longer and mix again, or place everything into a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment and whip until smooth.

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