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    Meals » Recipes » Appetizers

    Ham Pickle Roll Ups

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Dec 1, 2022 by Dee

    This Ham Pickle Roll Ups recipe is an easy appetizer made with deli ham slices spread with cream cheese, rolled around a pickle and sliced into rounds. These delicious ham rollups are sometimes known as Polish sushi! via @meamel

    This Ham Pickle Roll Ups recipe is an easy appetizer made with deli ham slices spread with cream cheese, rolled around a pickle and sliced into rounds. These delicious ham rollups are sometimes known as Polish sushi!

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    This easy ham pickle roll up recipe goes way back. Everyone made these bite-sized appetizers for parties and family get-togethers back in the day.

    Tasty pickle roll ups were one of everyone's favorite appetizers. In fact, we used to call them Polish sushi! Sometime's they are called Minnesota sushi, but it's not just a Midwest thing!

    Not only are ham roll ups the perfect party appetizer, but they also make delicious after-school snacks. My kids love them!

    We like to serve these delicious pickle roll ups with baked ham and cheese roll ups and tortilla pinwheels during the holiday season. But, these bite-sized snacks are perfect all year round!

    slices of deli ham with cream cheese and dill pickles

    Ingredients

    You can find the simple ingredients for this 3 ingredient appetizer in just about any grocery store.

    • Deli ham -- get thin slices of ham from the meat counter or prepackaged ham. Don't get chipped ham or shaved ham as those won't roll up.
    • Cream cheese -- Use room temperature cream cheese, either full fat cream cheese or reduced-fat cream cheese for easier spreading. Whipped cream cheese doesn't work as well, but cream cheese spread is also fine.
    • Dill pickles -- I like whole dill pickles, but dill pickle spears are fine. You can use your favorite pickle flavor, even sweet pickles will work.

    How to Make Ham Roll Ups with Cream Cheese

    First, place a slice of ham on a plate or cutting board. I like to pat the ham dry with a clean paper towel to remove excess moisture.

    Then, use a butter knife to spread a layer of cream cheese evenly over the piece of ham.

    spread cream cheese on sliced deli ham

    Next, dry the pickle off with another paper towel. This helps prevent the roll ups from becoming too wet and soggy.

    Then, place the pickle on the short end of the ham slice. Roll the ham tightly over the pickle until it is wrapped around the pickle.

    roll ham over dill pickle

    You will probably have a little extra ham around the ends. Just slice those with a sharp knife and treat yourself to a snack!

    Then, use a sharp knife to slice the roll up into smaller rounds. Aim for slices around ½-inch thick.

    slice ham roll ups into rounds with knife

    How to Store

    Store these tasty pickle roll ups in an airtight container or on a platter or serving tray covered with plastic wrap. They keep for about 2 days before they start to get soggy.

    I don't recommend freezing these appetizers.

    ham pickle roll ups on white plate on holiday table

    Recipe Variations

    I usually don't add seasoning to the pickle wraps because the pickles and ham are already well seasoned. But, you can add a teaspoon or 2 of ranch seasoning to make ham pickle rollups with ranch dressing.

    To bring out the dill pickle flavor, add dried dill or fresh dill to the cream cheese. Pickle lovers love this addition!

    You can also spread a little mustard or horseradish or sriracha sauce over the cream cheese for stronger flavors.

    Make pickle roll ups with roast beef, corned beef, pastrami. dried beef (Buddig beef) or turkey.

    FAQ

    What's the best ham for pickle roll ups?

    Look for thinly sliced deli ham or lunchmeat. It's the easiest kind of ham to work with. Do not use thick slices of ham or super thin chipped ham or shaved ham.

    How do you prevent rollups from getting soggy?

    Be sure to dry the sliced ham and pickles. Pat the ham dry with a clean paper towel before spreading on the cream cheese. Then, pat the pickles dry with a clean paper towel before placing on the rollup.

    Recipe

    ham pickle roll ups with cream cheese on charcuterie board

    Ham Pickle Roll Ups

    Published by Dee
    This Ham Pickle Roll Ups recipe is an easy appetizer made with deli ham slices spread with cream cheese, rolled around a pickle and sliced into rounds. These delicious ham rollups are sometimes known as Polish sushi!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 0 mins
    refrigeration time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Servings 25
    Calories 62 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 10 slices deli ham thinly sliced
    • 10 pickles
    • 8 oz cream cheese softened

    Instructions
     

    • Lay sliced ham on flat surface, and pat dry
    • Spread a layer of cream cheese evenly over the ham
    • Pat pickle dry, and place on short end of ham slice. Roll the ham tightly over the pickle until ham completely covers pickle
    • Use a sharp knife to cut into rounds about ½-inch thick. Discard ends of ham
    • Store in airtight container or platter covered with plastic wrap

    Notes

    Substitute deli roast beef, corned beef or turkey slices for ham.
    Add ranch dressing mix, dill, mustard or horseradish for extra flavor.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 62kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 372mgPotassium: 73mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 169IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 0.2mg
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    I hope you enjoy this easy recipe as much as we do. Cream cheese roll ups are the perfect make ahead appetizer or snack!

    Please add a star rating and comment to tell us how you liked the pickle appetizers.

    For more easy appetizer recipes, try my Instant Pot grape jelly meatballs,Instant Pot Buffalo chicken dip or check out my appetizer recipes archives for more delicious recipes.

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    1. Julia says

      January 03, 2023 at 6:40 am

      These were really good! We had pickle rollups growing up, so I made them again for the holidays, and everyone loved them!5 stars

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    2. Sandra McCollum says

      December 13, 2022 at 2:04 pm

      This is such an awesome appetizer idea!5 stars

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    3. Catalina says

      December 10, 2022 at 1:30 am

      I make a lot of appetizers for the Christmas table! These roll ups are on my list now!5 stars

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    4. Beth says

      December 08, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      Those look really good. I love anything with pickles and when you combine it with ham? Oh, yum!5 stars

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    5. Louis says

      December 02, 2022 at 9:00 am

      Wow! I remembered my grandmother making these! Had to try them myself. Brings back a lot of great holiday memories. Easy to make too!5 stars

      Reply

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