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Deviled Ham

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By: Joanna Cismaru •12/27/24 5 Comments

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This Deviled Ham is a tasty and savoury spread made by combining deli ham with a flavorful cream cheese mixture. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s ideal on top of sandwiches, bread or crackers.

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deviled ham in a jar with bread slices around

Before You Start

  • Select High-Quality Deli Ham: Choose a thick-cut, high-quality deli ham. If you have leftover ham from previous meals, it’s perfect for this recipe.
  • Soften the Cream Cheese: Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before blending.
  • Toast the Almonds: Lightly toast both the whole and sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until they’re golden and fragrant. This will enhance their natural flavor.
  • Prepare All Ingredients: Measure out all your ingredients and have them ready to go. Since this recipe comes together quickly, having everything prepped will make the mixing process effortless and stress-free.
  • Finely Chop the Ham: If using leftover ham, ensure it’s finely chopped before adding it to the food processor.
a few slices of bread with deviled ham spread over them
overhead shot of deviled ham ingredients.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • Ham – I used deli ham but leftover ham is perfect for this recipe.
  • Cream Cheese – You can substitute for equal parts of ricotta cheese plus plain, full-fat yogurt or cottage cheese. Keep in mind the consistency will be different.
  • Mayonnaise – Use your favourite type or make your own.
  • Mustard – I used yellow mustard, feel free to use the mustard of your choice.
  • Worcestershire – If you don’t have any Worcestershire, you can mix soy sauce, hoisin, sugar, lemon juice and hot sauce as a substitute.
  • Shallot – Peeled and quartered. You can use regular white onion as well.
  • Garlic Powder – Powder will work better than fresh in this recipe because it will create for a smoother finish, you don’t want to be biting into a big chunk of garlic.

How To Make Deviled Ham

process shots showing how to make deviled ham

Start by loading all your ingredients into the food processor and pulse until smooth. If it’s not creamy enough, give it a few more pulses, but don’t overdo it! Always taste your spread and adjust the seasoning—maybe a bit more mustard or a pinch of salt to get it just right.

Using leftover ham is perfect for this recipe—it turns those leftovers into a tasty spread everyone will love. When spreading, be generous on your favorite bread, crackers, or even veggie sticks. For an extra burst of flavor, try adding a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a dash of hot sauce. And here’s a pro tip: make the mixture ahead and let it chill in the fridge. The flavors meld beautifully, making it even more delicious when you’re ready to serve.

a few bread slices with deviled ham  and garnished with green onions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is deviled ham?

Deviled ham is made by grounding ham and then adding spices such as hot sauce, cayenne pepper, hot peppers, or mustard. “Deviling” is another word for spicing or “sprucing up” a dish. You can devil a wide variety of food items like chicken, turkey, lobster, and of course, the ever popular – eggs. Don’t get confused, it is not the same as Spam, which involves a meat mixture mostly consisting of pork shoulder, and lacks the flavor of deviled ham.

Can I make this in advance?

Yes! Even though you can whip up deviled ham in under 10 minutes, you can also make it in advance! Make it the day prior, refrigerate overnight and the flavors only get better.

How do I store leftover Deviled Ham?

Keep your Deviled Ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. It stays fresh and delicious, making it easy to enjoy on sandwiches, crackers, or as a tasty dip throughout the week.

Can I freeze Deviled Ham?

Yes, you can freeze Deviled Ham! Place the spread in a freezer-safe container or a resealable freezer bag. It can be stored in the freezer for up to two months. To use, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight and give it a good stir to restore its creamy texture.

deviled ham in a jar with bread slices around it garnished with green onions

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Deviled Ham

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Total 10 minutes minutes
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This Deviled Ham is a tasty and savoury spread made by combining deli ham with a flavorful cream cheese mixture. Ready in under 10 minutes, it's ideal on top of sandwiches, bread or crackers.
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Ingredients

  • 8 ounce deli ham (thick cut, roughly chopped)
  • 4 ounce cream cheese
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
  • 2 shallot (peeled and quartered)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)

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Instructions 

  • Place all the ingredients in a food processor and pulse a few times until you have a pastelike consistency.
    side by side process shots showing how to make deviled ham
  • Serve over bread slices immediately.

Equipment

  • KitchenAid 7-cup Food Processor

Notes

  1. Keep your leftover spread in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1servingCalories: 173kcal (9%)Carbohydrates: 2g (1%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 15g (23%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 35mg (12%)Sodium: 589mg (26%)Potassium: 143mg (4%)Fiber: 0.3g (1%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 355IU (7%)Vitamin C: 3mg (4%)Calcium: 23mg (2%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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