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Easy Ham and Cheese Sushi Rolls: Best Lunchbox Recipe

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These quick and easy ham and cheese sushi rolls are a fun, poppable twist on the classic sandwich. Made with simple ingredients like flour tortillas, deli ham, cheese, and cream cheese, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a light meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • 4–6 slices deli ham (such as honey ham or black forest ham)
  • 4–6 slices cheese (American, provolone, Swiss, or cheddar)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • Optional: mayonnaise, mustard, thinly sliced cucumber, bell pepper strips, lettuce or spinach leaves

Instructions

  1. Lay one flour tortilla flat on a cutting board. If the tortilla is stiff, warm it in the microwave for about 10 seconds to make it more pliable.
  2. Using a butter knife or offset spatula, spread a thin, even layer of softened cream cheese over the entire surface of the tortilla, going all the way to the edges.
  3. Place 2-3 slices of ham flat on top of the cream cheese, overlapping slightly. Cover the entire surface, leaving about a 1-inch border at the top edge (farthest from you).
  4. Place 2-3 slices of cheese on top of the ham, again overlapping slightly and leaving the 1-inch border at the top. If adding optional fillings like cucumber or lettuce, arrange them in a single line down the center of the tortilla, parallel to the edge closest to you.
  5. Starting from the edge closest to you, tightly roll the tortilla away from you, keeping the filling tucked in as you go. Roll firmly and evenly to form a compact log.
  6. Press the bare 1-inch border at the top firmly to seal the roll. The cream cheese acts as a natural adhesive.
  7. For cleanest slices, wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to firm up the cream cheese.
  8. Place the chilled log on a cutting board. Using a sharp chef’s knife or serrated knife, slice the log into 1-inch thick rounds. Wipe the knife blade clean with a paper towel between each cut for neat slices.

Notes

For best results, use room-temperature cream cheese to avoid tearing the tortilla. A sharp knife and wiping it between cuts are key to clean slices. These can be made the night before: assemble and roll the logs, wrap in plastic wrap, refrigerate, and slice in the morning. Store leftover sliced rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Do not freeze.

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