Description
These Ham and Cheese Sticks are a delightful combination of crispy, golden-brown exteriors and gooey, melted cheese paired with savory ham. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a rich, creamy flavor that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced ham
- For the Coating:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
- For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the shredded cheddar cheese and diced ham until well combined.
- Take a small amount of the filling and shape it into a stick, about 3 inches long.
- Set up a breading station: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and breadcrumbs in a third.
- Dredge each ham and cheese stick in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the sticks in batches for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the sticks and freeze them before frying. Just fry them directly from the freezer, adding a couple of extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use mozzarella cheese instead of cheddar for a milder flavor, or swap out ham for turkey or chicken for a different twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 sticks
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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