Quick BREAD CANDLE appetizer with ham, mayonnaise, and salad, a perfect idea to bring to the holiday table, ready in no time.
The Bread Candles are the quick appetizer that saves the holidays even when you’re chronically late, have a thousand dishes to prepare and the energy of a panettone at the end of December. You make them in 5 minutes, they are eye-catching, scream Christmas at first glance, and most importantly… everyone always loves them.
They are small soft rolls of sandwich bread stuffed with ham, mayonnaise, and salad, then rolled up and turned into “candles” with a simple and super tasty trick. In short, a clever idea, beautiful to see, and perfect to bring to the table on Christmas Eve, Christmas, or even New Year’s Eve when you want a tasty appetizer without cooking.
The best part? You can customize them however you like: salmon, cream cheese, tuna, vegetables… any filling works. And yes, you can also prepare them in advance and keep them in the fridge: they stay perfect until serving.
Join me in the kitchen today for bread candles.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 1-2 people
- Cooking methods: No cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: New Year's Eve, Christmas
Ingredients
- 2 slices sandwich bread
- 3 slices prosciutto
- mayonnaise
- cheddar
- salad
Steps
Cut the bread in half, spread the mayonnaise, and fill with ham and salad, then roll it up.
Cut the rolls into 3 different sizes, put some mayonnaise in the center of a serving plate, and position the 3 candles.
Freehand cut the flames from the cheddar cheese and place them on the rolls, garnish with some salad, pink pepper, and serve.
Bon appétit
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Quick Appetizer BREAD CANDLE
Quick Tips
Flatten the sandwich bread well with a rolling pin: it will roll up better.
If you want a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
For a more realistic candle effect, add a dab of mayonnaise on top.
Cut the ends for a neater and more “professional” result.
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FAQ Quick Appetizer BREAD CANDLE
Can they be made the day before?
Yes, just keep them in the fridge covered with plastic wrap.
Can I use soft bread?
Of course! The important thing is that it is soft and easy to roll.
Are they suitable for children?
Absolutely yes: they are soft, simple, and fun to look at.
How do I serve the quick appetizer bread candles?
Perfect with other Christmas appetizers like canapés, puff pastry stars, savory pinwheels.
