Best 7 Hot Ham And Cheese Braid Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing Hot Ham and Cheese Braid, a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends savory ham, melted cheese, and flaky pastry. This delectable braid is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a hearty breakfast, a satisfying lunch, or an impressive party appetizer. With its irresistible combination of flavors and textures, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

This recipe collection offers three tempting variations on the classic Hot Ham and Cheese Braid. The Traditional Braid features a simple yet delicious combination of ham, Swiss cheese, and poppy seeds. The Jalapeño Braid adds a spicy kick with the inclusion of jalapeño peppers, while the Spinach and Artichoke Braid offers a unique and flavorful twist with spinach, artichoke hearts, and cream cheese. Each braid is expertly crafted with a golden brown crust and a tender, flaky interior that perfectly complements the savory fillings.

Whether you prefer the classic flavors of the Traditional Braid, the spicy heat of the Jalapeño Braid, or the creamy richness of the Spinach and Artichoke Braid, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create these mouthwatering Hot Ham and Cheese Braids.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HAM & SWISS BRAIDS



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Satisfy hearty appetites with these golden loaves. Each slice is like a hot sandwich packed with ham, broccoli and Swiss cheese. Hot pepper sauce adds a nice kick, while refrigerated crescent rolls make it extra easy. The braids are perfect for a special occasion lunch or as an appetizer.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cups chopped fully cooked ham (about 10 ounces)
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese or crumbled goat cheese
1 cup chopped fresh broccoli florets
1 cup chopped fresh spinach
2 tubes (8 ounces each) refrigerated crescent rolls
1 large egg white, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. For filling, mix first four ingredients; stir in ham, cheese and vegetables., Unroll one tube of crescent dough onto an ungreased baking sheet; seal perforations to form one long rectangle. Spoon half of the filling lengthwise down center third of rectangle. On each long side, cut 1-in. wide strips at an angle to within 1/2 in. of filling. Starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling; seal ends. Brush with egg white. Repeat with remaining dough and filling., Bake 20-25 minutes or until dark golden brown, rotating pans halfway through baking. Cool 5 minutes before slicing.

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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 EGG BREAKFAST BRAID RECIPE BY TASTY



Ham And Egg Breakfast Braid Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, puff pastry, ham, cheddar cheese, egg

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 6 braids

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 eggs
½ cup heavy cream
salt
pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 sheets puff pastry
6 slices ham
6 slices cheddar cheese
1 egg, beaten, for egg wash

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 375ºF (190ºC)
  • Add eggs, heavy cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder to a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Heat a saute pan to medium heat and spray with nonstick spray. Add the egg mixture and scramble until soft and almost fully cooked.
  • Flatten out the puff pastry and cut it into thirds, then cut in half.
  • Take one sheet of puff pastry and cut 3 strips with a paring knife, leaving about 1 inch (2 ½) on the end to hold it together. Braid the 3 strips gently.
  • On the second sheet of puff pastry, place ham, egg and cheese, making sure to leave some place around the edges.
  • Place the braid on the top of the cheese and egg mixture, then brush with egg wash.
  • Place braids on a lightly oil sprayed baking sheet.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until pastry is risen and deep golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 50 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 1 gram

HAM AND SWISS BRAID



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This is a family favorite I've made many times through the years. I'm in the process of making a cookbook for my children and relatives, and this recipe will definitely be in it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) quick-rise yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound thinly sliced deli ham
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine 3 cups flour, sugar, yeast and salt. In a small saucepan, heat water, mustard and butter to 120°-130°. Add to flour mixture. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be stiff). Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes., Roll dough into a 14x12-in. rectangle on a greased baking sheet. Arrange half of the ham over dough. Top with cheese, pickles and remaining ham. , On each long side, cut 3/4-in.-wide strips about 2-1/2 in. into center. starting at one end, fold alternating strips at an angle across filling. Pinch ends to seal. Cover and let rise for 15 minutes., Brush with egg. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

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HAM BREAKFAST BRAID



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My step-brother fixes this dish every weekend for his three boys and they all love it. A great breakfast dish that will keep them talking about it all day!

Provided by MHFAB1

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Sandwich Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup milk
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
8 eggs
salt and pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent roll dough
4 ounces cooked ham, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat milk and cream cheese together until smooth. Mix in eggs, and season with salt and pepper. Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium high heat and cook egg mixture until eggs are almost set.
  • Arrange the crescent rolls from one package into a rectangle shape on top of a lightly greased cookie sheet. Place rolls from remaining package along the edges of the two long sides of the rectangle, with the broad half of the rolls on top of the first layer of rolls, and the pointed ends extending over the sides of the pan.
  • Arrange the ham in a layer down the center of the dough. Spoon the cooked egg mixture on top of the ham and then sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top of the eggs. Bring the corners of the rolls together over the cheese to form a 'braid' shape.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until cheese is melted and rolls are golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 300.6 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 15.7 g, Sodium 1100.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

CHRISTY'S AWESOME HOT HAM AND CHEESE



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I love making this easy grilled ham and cheese sandwich on a cool night with a cup of tomato soup.

Provided by SeattleFarmersMarketGirl

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 11m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices whole grain bread
2 teaspoons butter
2 slices Swiss cheese
2 thin slices deli ham
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon whole grain mustard

Steps:

  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Spread one side of each slice of bread with 1 teaspoon butter. Place one slice, butter-side down in the hot skillet. Top with Swiss cheese and ham. Spread the unbuttered side of the second slice of bread with mayonnaise and mustard; place it, butter-side up on top of the sandwich. Cook until the sandwich is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Carbohydrate 26.9 g, Cholesterol 86.6 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 17.5 g, Sodium 747.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

HOT HAM AND CHEESE BRAID



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Served at Feb 2014 Curious Cuisiners meeting by Deb Justus

Provided by Club Recipes

Categories     Sandwiches

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pkg crescent rolls
6 oz thin sliced ham
4 oz swiss cheese grated
1 Tbsp dijon mustard
2 green onions sliced thin
1 egg beaten
1 Tbsp sesame seeds

Steps:

  • 1. Combine ham, cheese, onions and mustard.
  • 2. Open rolls and create on rectangle on a cookie sheet.
  • 3. spread filling down the middle of the rectangle leaving two inches on each side for making braid.
  • 4. Cut 2 inch cuts on each side to create the strips. Weave the strips from one side to the other to create a braid over the top of the filling.
  • 5. Brush the top with the beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake at 375 degrees for 12-20 minutes or until nicely browned.

Tips:

  • For a more flavorful braid, use a combination of cheeses such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • If you don't have a stand mixer, you can make the dough by hand. Just be sure to knead it for at least 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
  • To prevent the dough from becoming too sticky, work with it on a lightly floured surface.
  • If the dough is too sticky to braid, let it rest for a few minutes before trying again.
  • To make sure the braid cooks evenly, place it on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  • Brush the braid with melted butter before baking to help it brown.
  • Serve the braid warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

This hot ham and cheese braid is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as an appetizer, main course, or snack. The braid is also easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning, you can have a warm and cheesy braid ready to enjoy in no time.

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