Ham Sandwich Cake
A stunning cold-layered sandwich that looks like a cake but delivers all the savory goodness of stacked deli ingredients. Perfect for gatherings, packed lunches, or a fun twist on everyday sandwiches.
Story
This creative sandwich cake transforms ordinary bread into something special. The layers hide a creamy ham filling punctuated by mild leeks, while fresh vegetables peek through the top. Serve chilled for best texture.
Ingredients
white bread (square or rectangular slices)
6 slices
deli ham
200g, thinly sliced
sour cream
200g
green onions (scallions)
2 stalks, finely chopped
cucumber
1 small, sliced
cherry tomatoes
6-8, halved
mixed salad greens
1 handful
cheddar cheese
4 slices
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste
fresh dill or parsley
for garnish
Instructions
1
Prep the bread and filling
Trim the crusts off all bread slices to create neat rectangles. Finely chop the ham strips, then mix with sour cream, chopped scallions, a pinch of salt, and pepper in a bowl until well combined.
2
Build the base layers
Place two bread slices side by side on a serving plate. Spread a generous layer of the ham cream mixture across them. Add a second layer of bread and repeat with more filling. Top with the third bread layer.
3
Add the vegetable layer
Arrange cucumber slices and mixed greens on top of the final bread layer. Tuck cherry tomato halves in among the greens for color. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
4
Finish with cheese and ham
Lay cheese slices over the vegetables, then top with remaining ham slices in an overlapping pattern. Garnish with fresh herbs.
5
Chill and serve
Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld and the layers set. Slice into neat squares or triangles to serve.
