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    Home > Recipes > Bread and Pizza

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Glaze

    Published: Mar 29, 2016 · Modified: Apr 24, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 19 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Baked ham and cheese rolls

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls in a red baking dish

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Glaze are an irresistible twist on a classic ham and cheese sandwich. Using store-bought pizza dough as the base makes this an easy lunch or dinner with only 7 ingredients.

    Whether you have leftover ham from a holiday meal or just want to buy some from the deli counter, there's something about transforming it into cheesy, buttery pinwheels that makes it feel like an extra special meal.

    The process is easy. It starts with pizza dough. Here's how...

    1. Roll out Pizza Dough

    Start with 1 pound of pizza dough (store-bought or home-made) rolled into a rectangle. No need to be precise, just about as tall from top to bottom as your 8x8 baking dish, and double that length from side-to-side. A lopsided rectangle is just fine (see evidence below).

    raw pizza dough spread out on a countertop

    2. Brush with Butter

    Melt ½ cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter in the microwave. Brush the pizza dough with about 1 Tablespoon of butter and reserve the rest for the glaze.

    raw pizza dough with butter

    3. Top with Ham and Cheese

    Top the pizza dough with ham. Don't worry if the ham is fairly thick-cut, just make sure that the slices don't overlap.

    ham slices on raw pizza dough

    Add a single layer of cheese.

    ham and cheese slices on raw pizza dough

    4. Roll and Slice

    Roll up from bottom to top.

    ham and cheese pizza dough rolled into a log

    Slice into 9 even pieces and place in a greased 8x8 baking dish.

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls before baking

    5. Allow to Rise

    Let the rolls rise for 20 minutes while you whisk the remaining butter with mustard, honey, and poppy seeds (yum!).

    Ham and Cheese Rolls in a red baking dish

    6. Top with Glaze and Bake

    Pour the glaze over the rolls and bake at 400 degrees F for 25 minutes until the dough is cooked through and the tops are golden brown.

    adding honey mustard to Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls

    And when they come out, good luck waiting any longer than a minute or two before you dig in.

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls in a red baking dish

    These Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard are seriously good.

    Baked Ham and Cheese Roll on a white plate

    Need a little inspiration to see how quick and easy this recipe is? Check out the video below.

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    Baked ham and cheese rolls in a red baking dish
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    4.13 from 77 votes

    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Sauce

    Classic ham and cheese sandwiches meet Stromboli in these baked rolls made with pizza dough and finished with honey mustard poppy seed glaze. A crowd-pleaser for kids and adults.
    Prep Time40 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time1 hr 5 mins
    Course: Main Dish
    Keyword: easy dinner, ham and cheese, lunch, sandwich
    Servings: 9
    Calories: 346kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $8.00

    Equipment

    • 8x8 baking dish
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Basting Brush

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb Pizza Dough (store-bought or home-made)
    • ½ cup Unsalted Butter
    • 8 large slices Ham (thinner slices will roll easier)
    • 8 large slices Swiss or Provolone Cheese
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    • 1 tablespoon Poppy Seeds

    Instructions

    • If the pizza dough is refrigerated, take it out of the fridge 20 minutes before you begin so that it comes to room temperature (this will make it easier to work with).
    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Spray an 8 x 8 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
    • Roll pizza dough out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle that is roughly 16" x 8" (just use the baking dish as a guide, no need to be exact).
    • Heat butter in the microwave until melted. Brush the surface of the rectangle lightly with melted butter (this should require about 1 Tablespoon of butter), and set the remaining butter aside.
    • Top the pizza dough with ham and then with cheese each in a single layer with no slices overlapping.
    • Starting with the edge closest to you, roll the pizza dough up into a log so that the ham and cheese is on the inside. Use a serrated knife to slice the roll into 9 even pieces. Place the pieces in the prepared baking dish and set aside to rise for 20 minutes.
    • Whisk remaining butter with mustard, honey and poppy seeds. After the dough has risen slightly, pour honey mustard glaze over the top of the rolls. (This will look like a lot of sauce, but that's what makes it so good!)
    • Bake the rolls until the dough is cooked through and golden on top, 30 to 40 minutes.
    • Serve rolls warm or at room temperature.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1roll | Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 646mg | Potassium: 82mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 473IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 2mg

    This recipe was inspired by the absolute mountain of leftover Easter ham we had in the fridge this year (which we served alongside this strata). It was a fun Easter that started with snow (!) and ended with a post-nap egg hunt once the sun came out. Molly and Clara were VERY excited about their visit from the "Eater" Bunny.

    Molly and Clara Easter 2016Molly and Clara Easter 2016-2

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    Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls with Honey Mustard Glaze - Classic ham and cheese sandwiches meet Stromboli in these baked rolls made with pizza dough and finished with honey mustard poppy seed glaze. A crowd-pleaser for kids and adults.

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    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Barb F

      March 30, 2016 at 2:19 am

      5 stars
      These look yummo! I might add some small chunks of pineapple, too!

      Reply
    2. CakePants

      March 30, 2016 at 9:11 am

      These rolls look beyond delicious! The step-by-step photos are super helpful, and I love the addition of poppy seeds too. YUM!

      Reply
    3. David Folstad

      March 30, 2016 at 10:55 am

      4 stars
      I love your site, your photos and your two cute bunnies. Cherish these days and fill those photo albums secretly, it will be a priceless gift for them in the future.

      Reply
    4. Debbie

      January 17, 2021 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      Made my 1st batch today. I had crescent rolls that were going to expire, so that is what I used. I cut the log into 10 pieces and I placed them in muffin tins.( I had made another recipe using crescent rolls -different ingredients- that called for placing the rolls side-by-side. I was not pleased with the results.. so thought I would try the muffin tins). VERY pleased.. in fact my husband and I ate all of them and had to make another batch for guests!!! Want to try with roast beef and horseradish next time!

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        January 25, 2021 at 1:41 pm

        Oh what a great idea - roast beef and horseradish sounds delicious!

        Reply
      • Mallory

        October 08, 2021 at 12:27 pm

        These look amazing! I usually try to make recipes exactly as written but I’m wondering if you thought adding spinach or some veggies would be a good addition? Just a thought! Would love to hear your opinion. Will be trying these for sure regardless!

        Reply
        • Jess Smith

          October 09, 2021 at 1:50 pm

          I love those ideas for additions and think they'd be great! I make a cubano version of the recipe (it can also be found here on the site) that includes pickles. It benefits from being cooked, covered, for a bit longer since the extra fillings can cause the cheese to need a bit longer to melt, but otherwise it's great with fillings. Spinach and / or veggies sound delicious!

          Reply
    5. Kayleigh Rogers

      January 29, 2021 at 9:53 am

      What is the serving size for the 407kcal amount?

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        January 29, 2021 at 6:59 pm

        That is for 1 roll. We just ran updated calorie counts using more specific measurements (8oz ham and 8oz cheese) which gave us a slightly lower count, but is now reflected in the recipe card. As always, calorie counts are just an estimate. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    6. Susan

      April 04, 2021 at 10:26 pm

      5 stars
      I made these for Easter today and they were so good! They took about 32 minutes to bake and even then, they were swimming in pools of butter when I took them out. Which was not a problem since butter = flavor! 🙂 Thanks for the yummy recipe!

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        April 13, 2021 at 8:25 pm

        So glad you liked them, Susan! And yes - they do have a good dose of butter, but I'm with you - we're never ones to shy away from butter, especially on a holiday. 😉

        Reply
    7. Brenda

      May 10, 2021 at 12:28 pm

      Can these be the night before?

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        May 12, 2021 at 12:09 pm

        Absolutely. Be sure to transfer them to the refrigerator fairly quickly after forming the rolls so they don't rise too much as they rest.

        Reply
    8. Kelly

      July 18, 2021 at 7:13 am

      How do there reheat? I like to make double batches and have left overs.

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        July 19, 2021 at 2:58 pm

        Hi Kelly - these reheat well! I usually just microwave them until warm.

        Reply
    9. Chris

      March 09, 2022 at 11:49 am

      Cant wait to try these for our weekend guests! Can they be out together the night before?

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        March 10, 2022 at 9:04 am

        Yes! Absolutely - they can be made ahead of time. They're best warmed up right before serving in the microwave or covered tightly with foil and reheated in the oven. They can also be assembled a day ahead and then refrigerated and baked right before serving.

        Reply
    10. Mj

      March 14, 2023 at 10:17 pm

      So, so greasy. My family did not love this as I had hoped. I didn’t plan on eating them but even my teens thought they were a flop. Too bad. Not for us!

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        March 15, 2023 at 12:06 pm

        I'm so sorry to hear that MJ! sorry it wasn't a winner for your family.

        Reply

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