Crispy on the outside, melty on the inside—these quick ham and cheese roll-ups are made with just 3 simple ingredients and cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. Perfect for snacks, lunch, or easy appetizers!
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8 roll-ups)
- 1 tube refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 8 slices deli ham
- 4 cheese sticks or 8 slices cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss)
🍳 Equipment
- Air fryer
- Parchment liner (optional)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Prep Dough
- Unroll crescent dough
- Separate into triangles
🔸 Step 2: Add Fillings
- Place 1 slice ham on each triangle
- Add half a cheese stick or cheese slice
🔸 Step 3: Roll Up
- Roll from wide end to tip
- Tuck edges slightly to keep cheese inside
🔸 Step 4: Air Fry
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F)
- Arrange roll-ups in basket with space between
- Cook for 7–9 minutes
✔ Golden brown and cheese melted
🔸 Step 5: Serve
- Let cool slightly before eating
- Serve warm
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Serve with marinara or honey mustard
- Great for breakfast or lunchboxes
- Pair with soup or salad
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t overstuff or cheese may leak
✔ Spray lightly with oil for extra crispiness
✔ Cook in batches if needed
✔ Seal dough edges well
🔄 Variations
🌶️ Spicy
Add jalapeños or hot sauce
🧄 Garlic Butter
Brush with garlic butter before cooking
🍕 Pizza Style
Add pepperoni and pizza sauce
🥓 Breakfast Version
Use bacon instead of ham
❓ FAQs
Can I use puff pastry?
Yes, but cooking time may increase slightly.
Can I make ahead?
Yes—assemble and refrigerate before air frying.
Can I reheat leftovers?
Yes—air fry 2–3 minutes to crisp up.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Roll-Up)
- Calories: ~140–180
- Protein: ~7g
- Carbs: ~10g
- Fat: ~9g