Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches are great for dinner or lunch and are freezer friendly. These tasty baked sandwiches are filled with layers of ham, Swiss cheese, and a buttery sauce.
Hot ham sandwich
Baked ham and cheese sandwiches are a family favorite from when I was a kid. We called them Ham on Bun Sandwiches. I figured I'd give these a slightly more refined name to share with you - Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches! Whatever you call them, they are delicious. Hot slices of ham, melted cheese, and a buttery sauce slathered onto a bun!
My recipe is for eight sandwiches. However, when I make these, I usually make 24 sandwiches and throw a bunch in the freezer.
They are perfect for quick dinners or lunches. I often throw one in my lunch box when I need a quick sandwich. If you love hot ham and cheese, you'll also want to check out these ham and Swiss paninis.
Any type of ham works for these sandwiches. My mom likes to use honey-baked ham with thicker spiral-cut pieces. I like thinner ham and I usually buy a boneless ham at the store and slice it up at home. It's so much cheaper than buying from the deli. I package up the remaining ham and freeze it in smaller portions to pull out when needed.
I do the same thing with a block of Swiss cheese. You can buy pre-sliced cheese and you can also use your favorite type of cheese. I often use my homemade hamburger buns for these sandwiches.
These sandwiches are similar to roast beef sliders! Both sandwiches can be made full-size or mini-slider size.
Step by step directions
In this section, I share step-by-step photos, cooking methods, techniques, and a general overview. For detailed instructions, temperatures, and timing, check the printable recipe card below.
- Make the butter mixture by melting butter, mustard and onions together
- Spread the butter mixture on the buns
- Pile on the ham and cheese
- Brush the top of the bun lightly with melted butter
- Wrap up each sandwich in foil
- Bake for 20 minutes!
How to Freeze
- Make and bake the sandwiches as directed
- Let the sandwiches cool
- Place the foil-wrapped sandwiches in a freezer bag
- Place the bag in the freezer
- When you are ready to eat, remove the desired amount from the freezer
- They are best eaten reheated, but they are great cold too.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with your favorite side dishes. Some of mine include:
Variations and substitutions
- Use sliced ham or sliced turkey
- Pick your favorite type of cheese - Swiss, pepper jack, cheddar, colby
- Add a pinch of horseradish to the butter mixture
- Use a hoagie roll instead of a hamburger bun
More delicious recipes with ham
- Ham and Cheese Biscuits
- Cheesy Baked Eggs
- English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich
- Ham and Scalloped Potatoes
- Ham Tetrazzini
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Baked Ham and Cheese Sandwiches
Equipment
- Basting Brush
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ½ onion (finely chopped)
- ½ teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon dried mustard
- 1 pound sliced ham
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Melt butter in a saucepan with onions and both mustards, Simmer over low heat for 3-5 minutes.
- To assemble sandwiches, spread butter mixture on the inside of the buns.
- Place ham and then cheese on bun.
- Add top of bun and brush lightly with butter.
- Place each sandwich on a piece of foil and wrap closed.
- Place wrapped sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes in a 350 degree oven.
Notes
Variations and substitutions
- Use sliced ham or sliced turkey
- Pick your favorite type of cheese - Swiss, pepper jack, cheddar, colby
- Add a pinch of horseradish to the butter mixture
- Use a hoagie roll instead of a hamburger bun
How to Freeze
- Make and bake the sandwiches as directed
- Let the sandwiches cool
- Place the foil wrapped sandwiches in a freezer bag
- Place the bag in the freezer
- When you are ready to eat, remove desired amount from freezer
- They are best eaten reheated, but they are great cold too.
Nutritional Disclaimer:
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Nutrition
This recipe was originally published in September 2016.
annie@ciaochowbambina says
Sometimes there's just nothing better than a great sandwich! This hits the spot! And I love that you can freeze them!
Kathy says
They hit the spot every time!
Fran @ G'day Souffle' says
Wow, what a HUGE slab of ham that is! I never thought of baking a sandwich in the oven- I can just imagine all that butter and cheese melting together!
Kathy says
I sliced up a big ham and used a bunch in these sandwiches. The leftovers were packaged and froze for weekday lunches. I just pull out a bag each week and it lasts forever.
Ashley says
haha ham on a bun - I like that! I haven't had a ham and cheese sandwich in so long! Love that these are freezer-friendly!
Kathy says
You just never know how a name comes about....but then there it sticks....forever 🙂
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry says
These sandwiches look incredible and the fact they are freezer friendly makes them even more irresistible.
Kathy says
I love popping one into my lunch box on days I don't have time to get a lunch together. Then at lunch time I just remove the foil and pop it into the microwave for a few seconds.
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass says
Hi Kathy - I love the concept of baking these ahead and freezing. I would never have thought to do that with a sandwich. And I love ham and swiss too. We are going to enjoy these at our house for sure!
Kathy says
You family is going to love them!
Balvinder says
This sandwich is a absolute perfect bite. Thanks for sharing it.
Kathy says
Thanks!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says
Yum yum! I love a good looking sandwich and this one looks super yummy! Freezing them sounds wonderful, Kathy. 🙂
Kathy says
This has been a family favorite for years. It really has great flavor.
Amanda says
I like the idea of making a bunch of these and freezing them. I've been looking for more freezer meals.
Kathy says
I have a lot of freezer meals too. These sandwiches are great for a little variety.
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
Yay to ham sammie twinning, Kathy! You can never go wrong with a classic ham and cheese sandwich, but I LOVE that you baked these! Gimme all the melty cheese!! SO GOOD! Cheers, friend!
Kathy says
I love melty cheese in just about anything and everything!
Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says
Sandwiches are good any time of the day in my books and this is such a classic combo! Never thought of making a bunch before and freezing. Great tip 🙂
Kathy says
When you've got hungry kids you find ways to make things for quick dinners!
Laura @ Raise Your Garden says
Love how these are freezer friendly Kathy! Always a huge bonus around here. My husband back to coaching and dinner can be crazy because he doesn't come home till around 9 or 10. With 2 starving kids, it's nice to be able to get dinner on super quick!
Kathy says
Yep...I hear ya! Dinner on the table has to be quick around here too! These ham and cheese sandwiches fit the bill!
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says
I love a ham and cheese sandwich. I've grilled them before but never baked, so I am totally going to try this ASAP! Pinned!
Kathy says
Baked makes them all nice and gooey...plus it's super easy to cook a huge batch all at once!
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
My kids would love these and I like that they are freezer friendly. Yummy!
Kathy says
Yep....definitely kid friendly!
Kate @ Framed Cooks says
Wel I just LOVE the idea of freezing sandwiches - why did I never think of that? But luckily for me, you did! 🙂
Kathy says
Freezing them just makes dinner super easy on another day! I love prepping everything at once and then eating it for multiple meals later.
Jess @ Sweetest Menu says
Man oh man, that is one GOOD LOOKING sandwich! And that ham looks so good!!
Kathy says
Good looking and great tasting! 🙂
Lauren @ Free Your Fork says
Kathy, that butter sauce sounds insanely good! Just the perfect thing to set a cozy, warm, cheesy delicious breakfast sandwich over the TOP! Yum!!!
-Lauren-
Kathy says
Butter makes things insanely delicious! You just can't go wrong with a little butter 🙂
David @ Spiced says
I love the sound of this sandwich! (And I also love how you can make it in advance.) That pile of ham and cheese looks pretty darn amazing...and I can see digging into this one for lunch today. Yum!!
Kathy says
I figure if I might as well make a huge batch once I get going with everything.
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says
I totally agree Kathy! You can't go wrong with little ham and cheese sammies! Perfect with some soup for dinner!
Kathy says
Soup and hot sandwiches make a great dinner. Fast, easy, and so satisfying.
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says
Who doesn't like sandwiches?? And these baked ham and cheese ones look and taste divine!
Kathy says
You just can't go wrong with a hot ham and cheese sandwich!
Suzi says
Love these!
Kathy says
Yep! They are a favorite for a reason! They are so darned good!