Pickle ham rolls are one of those retro appetizers that still hold up today. They’re creamy, salty, a little tangy, and come together in minutes. If you need something quick for a party table or just want a snack that feels a little nostalgic, this is a solid go-to.

What makes these worth making is how simple they are without feeling boring. The crisp bite of the pickle, the smooth cream cheese, and the savory ham all balance each other out. No cooking, no complicated prep, just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of your time.

Helpful Tips

Pat the pickles dry so the cream cheese sticks better and the rolls don’t get watery.
Use softened cream cheese to make spreading easier and keep the ham from tearing.
Chill before slicing for cleaner cuts and a better presentation on your serving tray.

Pickle Ham Rolls

They’re creamy, salty, a little tangy, and come together in minutes.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Servings pieces

Calories 21 kcal

Ingredients

8 slices ham rectangle shape
4 oz cream cheese softened
8 whole pickles (more if less than 6")

Instructions

Lay the slices of ham on the work surface. Divide the cream cheese among the slices and spread it out evenly.
Lay a whole pickle along the short edge of each ham slice. If one pickle doesn't stretch from edge to edge, use 2 pickles. Roll up the ham rolls. Cut each log into 6 pieces; secure with toothpicks, if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 21kcalCarbohydrates: 0.3gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 29mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 52IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.1mg

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