Best 6 Country Ham Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends the smoky, savory flavor of country ham with the creamy richness of cheesecake. This unique and tantalizing dish is a delightful fusion of Southern charm and modern elegance. Prepare yourself to embark on a taste journey unlike any other, as we present you with a collection of carefully curated recipes that showcase the versatility of country ham cheesecake. From classic variations to innovative twists, each recipe promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you craving more. Dive into the delightful world of country ham cheesecake and discover the perfect balance between sweet and savory, creamy and crunchy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SAVORY HAM CHEESECAKE



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My mom was the best cook-everything she made was special. She served this elegant cheesecake on Sunday following a Saturday ham dinner. Now my family loves it, too!-Shannon Soper, West Bend, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h35m

Yield 24-30 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 cups oyster crackers, crushed
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/3 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1/3 cup minced chives
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, Parmesan cheese and butter. Set aside 1/4 cup for topping. Press remaining crumb mixture onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined (mixture will be thick). Add the ham, Swiss cheese, chives, basil, salt and pepper; beat just until combined. Pour into crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 60-70 minutes or until filling is almost set. Turn oven off. Leave cheesecake in oven with door ajar for 30 minutes. , Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Serve chilled or at room temperature with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 317mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

COUNTRY HAM CHEESECAKE



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I've never made this...but I have eaten it!! It was wonderful! (we had it at a wine and cheese party)

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h30m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter, melted
3 cups oyster crackers
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temp
7 large eggs
2 cups grated swiss cheese
1 cup cubed ham, 1/2 in cubes
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Brush 9 inch diameter springform pan with 1 tbls melted butter.
  • Finely grind crackers in processor.
  • Mix cracker crumbs, parmesan and 5 tbls melted butter in a med bowl to blend. Reserve 1/2 cup of crumb mixture for topping; press remaining onto bottom and sides of prepared pan.
  • Refrigerate while preparing filling.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese and eggs in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Mix in remaining ingredients, pour filling onto crust.
  • Sprinkle with remaining crumbs.
  • Place cheesecake on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until filling no longer moves in center when gently shaken, about 2 hours.
  • Cool 30 minutes.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.5, Fat 45.1, SaturatedFat 26.3, Cholesterol 251.8, Sodium 1025.8, Carbohydrate 16.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.8, Protein 21.8

COUNTRY HAM CHEESECAKE



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Provided by Marcel Desaulniers

Categories     Bake     Cream Cheese     Parmesan     Ham     Swiss Cheese     Chive

Yield Makes 12 to 16 (first-course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter, melted
3 cups soup-and-oyster crackers (small saltine crackers)
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
4 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
7 large eggs
2 cups grated Swiss cheese (about 8 ounces)
1 cup 1/2-inch cubes ham
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Brush 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 1 tablespoon melted butter. Finely grind crackers in processor. Mix cracker crumbs, Parmesan and 5 tablespoons melted butter in medium bowl to blend. Reserve 1/2 cup crumb mixture for topping; press remainder onto bottom and up sides of prepared pan. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
  • Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and eggs in large bowl until smooth. Mix in remaining ingredients. Pour filling into crust. Sprinkle reserved 1/2 cup crumbs over. Place cheesecake on rimmed baking sheet. Bake until filling no longer moves in center when pan is gently shaken, about 2 hours. Cool 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand 2 hours at room temperature before serving.)

HAM AND SWISS APPETIZER CHEESECAKE



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Savory appetizer cheesecakes have great make-ahead convenience. The terrific combination of ham and Swiss cheese is classic.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 4h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup crushed round wheat crackers (about 28 crackers)
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream
2 eggs
2 cups finely shredded Swiss cheese (8 ounces)
1 cup chopped fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped drained roasted red bell peppers (from 7.25-ounce jar)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 package (13 ounces) assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Mix crushed crackers and butter until well blended. Press evenly in bottom of springform pan, 9x3 inches. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add whipping cream and eggs; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese, ham, bell peppers, onions and thyme. Spoon evenly over crust in pan.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until center is set. Run knife around edge of cheesecake to loosen. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 48 hours.
  • Remove side of pan. Place cheesecake on serving platter. Cut into wedges. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 30 mg

BAKED COUNTRY HAM



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Prepare this traditional ham the night before serving. Serve with Beaten Biscuits.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 country-cured ham (16 pounds)
Beaten Biscuits

Steps:

  • The afternoon before you plan to serve the ham, fill a very large kettle or pot or your sink with water. Soak ham 4 to 8 hours to lose some of the saltiness; change the water 2 or 3 times, if possible. Rinse well, and scrape off any mold or green rind.
  • Wrap ham well in aluminum foil. Place on a baking sheet. At 7 p.m. the night before you plan to serve the ham, preheat the oven to 500 degrees. Place the wrapped ham in a large roasting pan filled with 1 inch of water, and bake for 30 minutes. Turn off the oven, but do not open the door. At 10 P.M., turn the oven back on to 500 degrees. Bake the ham for 15 minutes more. Turn off the oven, but do not open the door. Leave the ham in the closed oven overnight.
  • Remove ham from the oven, then remove the aluminum foil. Using a very sharp knife, trim the rind and all the fat from the ham. Serve the ham warm or at room temperature; cut with a ham-slicing knife into very thin slivers.

COUNTRY HAM CHEESE BALL



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This is very similiar to one offered by one of the local grocery stores here. Except they charge you almost $10.00 for it. Our family always makes an assortment of "finger foods" for our get-togethers. This is a good choice for grazing at a party! Please note that the prep/cook time does not include refrigeration time.

Provided by Jess_FinsUp

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 1 Cheeseball, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup diced cooked country ham
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 (8 ounce) package slivered almonds (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients, except almonds, in a large bowl.
  • Form into a large ball, or two smaller balls, if you prefer.
  • Pour the almonds into a pie plate, or onto a dinner plate.
  • Roll the ball(s) in the almonds to coat.
  • Place into a bowl or on a plate and refrigerate until firm.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the cheesecake will be. Choose a good quality country ham, cream cheese, and sour cream. You can also use your favorite shredded cheese in place of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter can make the cheesecake tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking. Place the cheesecake pan inside a larger pan filled with hot water.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving. This will help the cheesecake to set properly. You can chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Conclusion:

This country ham cheesecake is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dessert. It's perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a holiday party. With its smoky ham flavor and creamy texture, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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