Ham And Cheese Crescent Braid

Ham And Cheese Crescent Braid

This ham and cheese crescent braid is a delicious and versatile recipe that's perfect for everything from holiday parties to a fun twist on your next family dinner.

Course Breakfast/Brunch, Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword crescent braid recipe, ham and cheese crescent braid

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Servings

Calories 156kcal

Equipment

parchment paper
baking sheet

Ingredients

1 ½ cups precooked ham chopped
1 cup cheddar cheese we used sharp cheddar
¼ cup honey mustard plus extra for dipping
1 can crescent rolls 8 count size
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Set aside about 2-3 tablespoons of the ham and cheese for topping.
1 ½ cups precooked ham, 1 cup cheddar cheese
Combine chopped ham, cheese, and honey mustard in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
1 ½ cups precooked ham, 1 cup cheddar cheese, ¼ cup honey mustard
Unroll the crescent dough sheet into a rectangle on the parchment and press the seams together. Drop large spoonfuls of the ham and cheese mixture down the middle of the crescent sheet. Using a pizza cutter, cut strips along each side of the dough.
1 can crescent rolls
Braid the strips over the ham and cheese mixture, then top the braid with the reserved ham and cheese.
Bake for 16-20 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown. Garnish with fresh parsley, then slice and serve.
Fresh parsley for garnish

Notes

While not necessary, you can brush the top of your crescent dough with an egg wash before baking. (An egg wash is just a beaten egg with a little water or milk mixed in). This will give the top even more of a nice golden color.

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