Ham Puffs
Submitted by kathbon
Retro cocktail party appetizers with deviled ham and cream cheese that puff up golden and impressive in the oven, ready to freeze ahead for stress-free entertaining.
YIELD
45 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
15 minREADY
30 minThese were the height of sophistication at 1960s cocktail parties, and honestly, they still disappear faster than anything else on the appetizer table.
Tiny bread rounds get layered with deviled ham and a fluffy cream cheese mixture that bakes up into crispy-edged puffs.
Make them weeks ahead and freeze, then pop them straight from freezer to oven when guests arrive.
Kitchen Tips
- Use thin-sliced white bread (regular sandwich bread works perfectly)
- Freeze the assembled puffs on a tray, then bag them so you can bake just what you need
- Don’t skip the paprika - it adds color and a subtle smoky note
- Serve these piping hot straight from the oven while the cheese is still puffy
Ingredients
Directions
Combine cream cheese with egg yolk, baking powder, and a dash of salt; mix until blended and smooth.
Cut 4 small rounds from each slice of bread using a biscuit cutter or small glass.
Spread each round lightly with mayonnaise.
Spread each with a thin layer of deviled ham.
Spoon the cheese mixture on the ham.
Sprinkle with paprika.
This much can be done ahead and the appetizers frozen, if you desire.
To serve, put into a moderately hot oven (375 degrees F) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until puffed and browned.
Serve immediately.
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