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Mini Ham Cheese Towers

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These festive mini sandwiches feature layers of savory ham and creamy Swiss cheese spread with a blend of herbed butter. Cut into whimsical Christmas tree shapes using a cookie cutter, they bring a fun visual to holiday gatherings. Garnished with cherry tomatoes or olives as toppers and fresh herbs for decoration, they combine soft white bread and flavorful fillings for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Quick to prepare and easy to customize with vegetarian alternatives, these mini towers add charm and taste to any party spread.

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Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 13:23:00 GMT
Festive mini Ham and Cheese Christmas Tree Towers perfect for holiday parties, with layered ham and Swiss cheese. Save
Festive mini Ham and Cheese Christmas Tree Towers perfect for holiday parties, with layered ham and Swiss cheese. | nomiqo.com

Festive mini sandwiches stacked and cut into whimsical Christmas tree shapes, perfect for holiday gatherings. Soft bread, savory ham, creamy cheese, and a touch of herbed butter make these treats both fun and delicious.

I enjoy making these mini Christmas tree sandwiches every holiday season as they bring a smile to everyone's face and are always a hit at parties.

Ingredients

  • Bread: 12 slices soft white sandwich bread (crusts removed)
  • Filling: 6 slices cooked ham, 6 slices Swiss cheese (or cheddar as preferred), 3 tbsp unsalted butter softened, 1 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Garnish: 12 small cherry tomatoes or pimento-stuffed olives (for tree toppers), Fresh parsley or dill sprigs (for decoration)

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Instructions

Step 1:
Mix the softened butter, chopped chives, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl until well combined.
Step 2:
Lay out the bread slices and spread the herbed butter thinly on one side of each slice.
Step 3:
On six slices, layer a slice of ham and a slice of cheese. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side down, to form sandwiches.
Step 4:
Using a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter, cut each sandwich into tree shapes, saving the scraps for another use.
Step 5:
Secure each mini sandwich stack with a cocktail stick. Top with a cherry tomato or olive as the tree topper.
Step 6:
Arrange on a platter and garnish with parsley or dill sprigs for a festive look. Serve immediately.
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Whimsical Christmas trees formed from mini Ham and Cheese sandwiches, offering a delightful holiday appetizer everyone will enjoy. | nomiqo.com

These sandwiches always bring the family together around the table and add a touch of festive fun to our holiday gatherings.

Required Tools

Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter, Small mixing bowl, Spreading knife, Cocktail sticks

Allergen Information

Contains gluten (bread), dairy (butter cheese), and pork (ham). Mustard is a potential allergen. For allergen-free options, use gluten-free bread, dairy-free cheese, and vegetarian fillings.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 130 Total Fat: 7 g Carbohydrates: 11 g Protein: 6 g

Homemade Ham and Cheese Christmas Tree Towers, buttery and savory, ready to serve as an exciting holiday bite. Save
Homemade Ham and Cheese Christmas Tree Towers, buttery and savory, ready to serve as an exciting holiday bite. | nomiqo.com

Enjoy these delightful mini sandwiches as a festive appetizer that's sure to impress your guests.

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Mini Ham Cheese Towers

Festive mini stacks with ham, Swiss cheese, and herbed butter shaped as Christmas trees.

Prep Duration
20 min
0
Total Duration
20 min
Created by Chloe Bennett


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Type American

Portions 12 Serving Size

Dietary Details None specified

Ingredient List

Bread

01 12 slices soft white sandwich bread, crusts removed

Filling

01 6 slices cooked ham
02 6 slices Swiss cheese or cheddar cheese
03 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
04 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
05 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Garnish

01 12 small cherry tomatoes or pimento-stuffed olives
02 Fresh parsley or dill sprigs

Recipe Steps

Step 01

Prepare herbed butter: Combine softened unsalted butter, chopped fresh chives, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl; mix until evenly blended.

Step 02

Butter bread slices: Spread a thin layer of herbed butter on one side of each bread slice.

Step 03

Assemble sandwiches: Place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese on six bread slices, then cover each with a buttered side down bread slice to create sandwiches.

Step 04

Cut sandwiches into shapes: Use a Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut each sandwich into tree shapes, reserving scraps for other uses.

Step 05

Secure and garnish: Insert a cocktail stick through each mini sandwich stack and top with a cherry tomato or olive as a festive tree topper.

Step 06

Arrange and serve: Place the mini sandwiches on a platter, garnish with parsley or dill sprigs, and serve immediately.

Tools Needed

  • Christmas tree-shaped cookie cutter
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Spreading knife
  • Cocktail sticks

Allergy Information

Review all ingredients for allergen risks and check with your healthcare provider for guidance.
  • Contains gluten from bread, dairy from butter and cheese, and pork from ham.
  • Mustard is a common allergen.

Nutrition Info (per portion)

Provided only for reference purposes—don’t substitute for professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 130
  • Lipids: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 11 g
  • Proteins: 6 g

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