Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Sticks 🧀🥪
Crispy on the Outside, Melty on the Inside
These Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Sticks are the ultimate quick snack or easy meal idea. Soft sandwich bread is rolled around savory ham and melty cheese, then air-fried until golden and crispy. They’re simple to make, kid-friendly, and perfect for busy weeknights, lunchboxes, or party platters.
Best of all, they use everyday ingredients and come together in minutes—no deep frying required!
📝 Ingredients
(Makes 8 sticks)
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8 slices sandwich bread, crusts removed
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8 slices ham
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8 sticks mozzarella or cheddar cheese
Optional Coating (Recommended for Extra Crunch):
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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¼ cup breadcrumbs (panko works great)
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon paprika
For Serving (Optional):
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Honey mustard
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Ketchup
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Ranch dressing
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Marinara sauce
👩🍳 Directions
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Flatten the Bread
Use a rolling pin to flatten each slice of bread into a thin rectangle. This helps with rolling and sealing. -
Fill & Roll
Place one slice of ham on each piece of bread, then add one cheese stick. Roll tightly from one end to the other, pressing gently to seal. -
Add Coating (Optional)
Brush each roll with melted butter. In a small bowl, mix breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and paprika. Roll sticks in the mixture for extra crunch. -
Air Fry
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place sticks seam-side down in the basket.
Air fry for 6–8 minutes, turning halfway, until golden brown and crispy.