Best 9 Ham And Swiss Appetizer Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our tantalizing ham and Swiss appetizer cheesecake, a perfect blend of savory and creamy flavors. This culinary masterpiece features a crispy graham cracker crust filled with a rich and creamy cheesecake batter, studded with succulent pieces of ham and melted Swiss cheese. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of textures and flavors, leaving you craving more.

But that's not all. This article presents a collection of other equally delectable recipes that will elevate your appetizer spread. From the classic and crowd-pleasing mini quiches to the elegant and sophisticated smoked salmon mousse, there's something to satisfy every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAM AND CHEESE PINWHEELS



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Ham and Cheese Pinwheels with Puff Pastry. Just FOUR ingredients! Everyone loves this easy, delicious appetizer. Freezer friendly.

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Appetizer

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 sheets frozen puff pastry (thawed overnight in the refrigerator)
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard (divided)
12 slices thinly-sliced, good-quality deli ham (about 10 ounces)
2 cups freshly grated gruyere (Swiss, fontina, sharp cheddar, or similar melty cheese (about 5 ounces))
Chopped fresh parsley (thyme, or chives (optional, for serving))

Steps:

  • Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your counter (I pressed two long sheets together at the edges to create a single larger sheet). Unfold the first sheet of puff pastry in the center of the plastic, then roll it into a 10x12-inch rectangle. Spread with 1 1/2 tablespoons mustard, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides. Lay 6 ham slices on top, overlapping as needed. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Starting at the long (12-inch) edge, roll the puff pastry into a log. Trim the ends so that they are even, then tightly wrap the log with the plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes. Repeat with the second sheet of puff pastry and remaining mustard, ham, and cheese. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Once the log has chilled, using a sharp, serrated knife, carefully cut each log into 1/2-inch-wide slices. (If each log is 12 inches, you will get 24 rolls from each one). Arrange the rolls 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. Bake until the puff pastry is light golden brown and the cheese is hot and bubbly, about 18 minutes. Immediately sprinkle with chopped thyme, parsley, or chives as desired. Let cool slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pinwheel, Calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 65 mg

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.

BABY SWISS APPETIZER CHEESECAKE



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This beautiful cheesecake appetizer can be refrigerated up to 24 hours before serving, so it's the perfect make-ahead recipe for holidays, game days or special occasions. -Marilyn Edelman, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups crushed Ritz crackers (about 36 crackers)
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomatoes
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
6 ounces baby Swiss cheese, shredded
1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry and thinly sliced
4 green onions, chopped
Crackers

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, mix cracker crumbs and butter. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in cream and oil. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Fold in cheese, tomatoes and green onions. Pour over crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake until center is almost set, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled., Remove rim from pan. Serve cheesecake with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

HAM AND CHEESE IN PUFF PASTRY



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (2 sheets) frozen puff pastry, defrosted (recommended: Pepperidge Farm)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/4 pound black forest ham, sliced
1/2 pound Swiss Gruyere cheese, sliced
1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Place a piece of parchment paper on a sheet pan.
  • Lay 1 sheet of puff pastry on a floured board and carefully roll it out to 10 by 12 inches. Place it on a sheet pan and brush the center with the mustard, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge. Place a layer first of ham and then cheese, also leaving a 1-inch border. Brush the border with the egg wash.
  • Place the second sheet of puff pastry on the floured board and roll it out to 10 by 12inches. Place the second sheet on top of the filled pastry, lining up the edges. Cut the edges straight with a small, sharp knife and press together lightly. Brush the top with egg wash and cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool for a few minutes and serve hot or warm.

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

EASY HAM AND CHEESE APPETIZER SANDWICHES



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This is a delicious, easy appetizer, and always a hit! Ham and Swiss cheese are baked inside rolls with a flavorful spread to form delicious little sandwiches.

Provided by DOREENB

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
3 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 onion, grated
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
2 (12 ounce) packages white party rolls
½ pound chopped cooked ham
5 ounces shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together butter, poppy seeds, onion, Worcestershire sauce and prepared Dijon-style mustard.
  • Slice rolls in half horizontally and set aside tops. Spread bottoms with the butter mixture. Top with ham and Swiss cheese. Replace tops.
  • Arrange rolls in a single layer in a medium baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, until rolls are lightly browned and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 416 calories, Carbohydrate 31.4 g, Cholesterol 62.7 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 12.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 747.6 mg, Sugar 1 g

HAM AND SWISS CASSEROLE



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When I prepare this noodle casserole for church gatherings, it's always a hit. It can easily be doubled or tripled for a crowd. -Doris Barb, El Dorado, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) egg noodles, cooked and drained
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half the noodles, ham and cheese. , In a large bowl, combine the soup, sour cream, green pepper and onion; spread half over the top. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 18g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 815mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

BAKED HAM AND SWISS SANDWICHES



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These easy, cheesey baked sandwiches have a delightful and delicious buttery onion topping.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 petite bakery rolls
1 lb sliced deli cooked ham
1 lb sliced Swiss cheese
1/4 cup butter
1 cup diced onion
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil.
  • Split rolls; place bottoms in pan. Top each evenly with ham and cheese. Cover each with top of roll.
  • In 1-quart saucepan, melt butter. Add onion, Worcestershire sauce and mustard; cook until onion is soft. Spoon over top of sandwiches.
  • Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

BAKED HAM AND CHEESE PARTY SANDWICHES



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These small, delicious sandwiches are perfect for any party. They are so good that even the pickiest of eaters will eat these.

Provided by LisaT

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Meat and Seafood     Ham

Time 35m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup melted butter
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 ½ teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
24 mini sandwich rolls
1 pound thinly sliced cooked deli ham
1 pound thinly sliced Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix together butter, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, poppy seeds, and dried onion. Separate the tops from bottoms of the rolls, and place the bottom pieces into the prepared baking dish. Layer about half the ham onto the rolls. Arrange the Swiss cheese over the ham, and top with remaining ham slices in a layer. Place the tops of the rolls onto the sandwiches. Pour the mustard mixture evenly over the rolls.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the rolls are lightly browned and the cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Slice into individual rolls through the ham and cheese layers to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.8 g, Cholesterol 43.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 439.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a springform pan for easy release of the cheesecake.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing.
  • Gradually add the sugar to the cream cheese mixture to avoid lumps.
  • Fold in the whipped cream gently to avoid overmixing.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath to prevent cracking.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating.
  • Serve the cheesecake with your favorite toppings, such as fresh berries, whipped cream, or caramel sauce.

Conclusion:

This ham and swiss appetizer cheesecake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover ham and cheese, and it is sure to be a hit with your guests. The cheesecake is creamy and flavorful, with a light and fluffy texture. The ham and swiss add a savory touch, and the Dijon mustard adds a bit of zip. This cheesecake is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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