By Becky Hardin
Updated Sep 17, 2025
I love making this baked Cheese Sticks recipe filled with savory ham and gooey mozzarella cheese. Instead of frying, I bake them for a slightly healthier twist, which makes me feel a lot better about serving them. So easy and yummy!
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“I absolutely love these. I put mine in the air fryer on 350 for 7 minutes and they are soooo good!!!” -Shera
Baked Cheese Sticks (Ham & Cheese)
I’m always looking for fun twists on family favorites, and these baked cheese sticks are one of my go-to’s. Instead of frying, I bake them, which makes me feel a lot better about serving them to Henry. I fill them with gooey mozzarella and savory ham, and they come out melty, flavorful, and perfectly golden every time. Around here, we’re big mozzarella cheese sticks fans, but I don’t love loading up on fried foods. These really are the best of both worlds—it’s like a ham and cheese sandwich all wrapped up into an easy-to-eat stick. And honestly? I always sneak more than a few bites myself.
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- ▢ 12 eggroll wrappers 7"
- ▢ 12 slices honey ham thinly sliced
- ▢ 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese)
- ▢ olive oil
- ▢ garlic salt
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay an eggroll wrap down in a diamond shape and place a slice of ham in the middle. Place one mozzarella stick in the middle of the ham. Fold in the sides of the wrapper into the cheese and then roll up the entire wrapper to create eggroll shape. Place on baking sheet seam side down. 12 eggroll wrappers, 12 slices honey ham, 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese)
- Brush each stick lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic salt to taste. olive oil, garlic salt
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until browned to your liking (you might want to check them with a couple minutes left as all ovens are different). Remove from the oven and turn the sticks. Place back in the oven for 4-5 more minutes or until browned.
- Serve with dipping sauce of your choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Ham and Mozzarella Cheese Sticks Step by Step
Get the oven going and prepare a baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare the cheese sticks: Take the eggroll wrapper and place it in a diamond shape, then lay a slice of ham in the middle with the mozzarella stick in the middle of the ham. Fold the sides of the eggroll wrapper to create an eggroll shape. Transfer to the baking sheet with the seam side down. Repeat with the remaining wrappers.
Bake: Brush each of the cheese sticks with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic salt.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the eggroll wrapper is nicely browned. Remove from the oven, turn them over, and cook on the other side for 4-5 more minutes or until browned.
Serve: Serve with dipping sauce of your choice. Enjoy!
How to Store
Store uneaten cheese sticks in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a warm oven until they turn crispy again.
Freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat.
Serving Suggestions
I love serving these ham and mozzarella cheese sticks with a bowl of marinara sauce , but a creamy ranch dip , or this super cheesy crockpot pizza dip would both taste great too! Add a strawberry banana smoothie for a fun and filling after school snack!
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Baked Ham and Cheese Mozzarella Sticks
Ingredients
- 12 eggroll wrappers 7"
- 12 slices honey ham thinly sliced
- 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese)
- olive oil
- garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lay an eggroll wrap down in a diamond shape and place a slice of ham in the middle. Place one mozzarella stick in the middle of the ham. Fold in the sides of the wrapper into the cheese and then roll up the entire wrapper to create eggroll shape. Place on baking sheet seam side down. 12 eggroll wrappers, 12 slices honey ham, 12 mozzarella sticks (string cheese)
- Brush each stick lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic salt to taste. olive oil, garlic salt
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until browned to your liking (you might want to check them with a couple minutes left as all ovens are different). Remove from the oven and turn the sticks. Place back in the oven for 4-5 more minutes or until browned.
- Serve with dipping sauce of your choice. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
