Baked Ham and Cheese Rolls
These baked ham and cheese rolls are made with soft homemade yeast dough filled with sliced ham and shredded cheddar cheese. The rolls are brushed with egg wash and baked until golden brown, then finished with butter.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Rolling Pin
- greased baking pan
- pastry brush
- kitchen towel or plastic wrap For covering the dough while it rises.
Ingredients
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (105°F–115°F)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk, warmed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces ham, sliced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- sesame or poppy seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Activate yeast in warm water and sugar; mix with flour, salt, milk, and butter to form dough.
- Knead dough until smooth and elastic, then let rise in a greased bowl until doubled.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces, roll into rectangles, fill with ham and cheese, and roll up tightly.
- Place rolls in a greased pan, cover, and let rise for 30-40 minutes until puffy.
- Brush with egg wash, bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, and brush with butter.
Notes
Use warm water between 105°F and 115°F to activate the yeast. Optional sesame or poppy seeds can be added before baking. Let the shaped rolls rise until puffy before applying the egg wash.