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Delicious ham pickle roll-ups with cream cheese - a quick appetizer recipe.

Ham Pickle Roll-Ups

Quick and addictive appetizer made with deli ham, cream cheese, and crunchy dill pickles, perfect for parties or last-minute gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 slices Deli ham slices Thin to medium thickness, not super thick carved kind.
  • 8 oz Cream cheese Softened for easy spreading.
  • 2 whole Dill pickles Use classic dill pickles or pickle spears.
Optional Seasonings
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Optional seasoning for added flavor.
  • 1 tsp Onion powder Optional seasoning for added flavor.
  • 1 tsp Black pepper Add to taste.
  • 1 pinch Dried dill Optional spice.
  • to taste Hot sauce or cayenne For a spicy version.
Serving Suggestions
  • as needed Toothpicks If serving on a large tray.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Lay out the deli ham slices on a cutting board.
  2. Spread a thin, even coat of softened cream cheese over each slice of ham.
  3. Pat the dill pickles dry with a paper towel to prevent sogginess.
  4. Place the pickles at one end of a ham slice and carefully roll it up tightly.
  5. Chill the rolled-ups for 20 to 30 minutes to firm them up for easier slicing.
  6. Slice the rolls into bite-sized rounds, approximately 1 inch thick.

Notes

These roll-ups can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. They are great as finger food and pair well with dips like mustard or ranch.