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Ham and cream cheese rolls are the perfect example of what you can do with next to nothing, but a lot of love! Ready in less than ten minutes, they combine simplicity, freshness, and visual delight. Whether for a cocktail party with friends, a light starter, or an impromptu snack, these bites are always a hit. Their creamy texture, their delicate flavor of aromatic herbs, and their presentation make them a chic yet quick option.
This recipe is ideal for those looking for a practical solution without sacrificing taste. No need for cooking or complicated equipment: a simple bowl, a chopping board, and a knife are all you need. Plus, the ingredients are usually already in our fridges—ham, cream cheese, a few herbs—which makes this recipe accessible to everyone, even beginners in the kitchen.
Kids love them for their fun, and adults for their refined taste and lightness. It's also a great way to reuse leftover ham or cheese while enhancing them. They can easily be adapted to suit your tastes or the seasons, for example by adding crunchy vegetables or dried fruit for more texture.
From a nutritional standpoint, these rolls are quite balanced: a good dose of protein from the ham, a little sweet fat from the cheese, and vitamins if you add a few vegetables as a topping. For a healthier version, you can even use low-fat cream cheese and chicken ham.
In short, this recipe for ham and cheese rolls is a little gem of speed, versatility, and deliciousness. It adapts to any situation and allows you to please without spending hours in the kitchen. Ready to roll up your sleeves and create a new gourmet idea? Let's go!
🛒 Ingredients for 4 people
8 thin slices of cooked ham
200g cream cheese (Saint Môret, Philadelphia, or equivalent)
1 medium tomato, finely diced
1 tsp herbes de Provence
1 tbsp chopped chives (or fresh parsley, depending on availability)
Salt and pepper, to taste
👩🍳 Preparation Method
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