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A bowl of deviled ham with vegetables.
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Deviled Ham Recipe

This easy deviled ham recipe turns leftover ham into a creamy, tangy spread that’s perfect for crackers, sandwiches, or snacking. Made with simple pantry staples like Dijon mustard, mayo, hot sauce, and sweet pickle relish, it’s a flavorful twist on traditional ham salad. Quick to make in a food processor and great for parties, meal prep, or using up leftover holiday ham.
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Author: Dan from Platter Talk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb Ham Cooked and cut into chunks.
  • 1/4 Onion
  • 3 tbs Salad Dressing Or mayonnaise
  • 2 tsp Honey
  • 1 tsp Prepared Mustard
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 tsp Dry Mustard
  • 1 dash Hot Sauce
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika
  • 1/8 tsp Salt
  • 1/8 tsp Ground White Pepper
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Instructions

  • Use a food processor to process ham and onion until very finely chopped and then transfer to a bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients to ham mixture and thoroughly combine it all together. 
  • Refrigerate the deviled ham, sealed and air-tight, until ready to use.

Notes

✅ 1. Use fully cooked leftover ham for the best flavor.

Whether it’s leftover holiday ham, ham steaks, or thick deli slices, using cooked ham adds depth and makes this an easy ham recipe that’s ready in minutes.

✅ 2. Don’t overprocess the ham in your food processor.

Pulse just until finely chopped for the ideal texture—too much blending can turn it into a paste instead of a creamy, spreadable ham salad.

✅ 3. Let the deviled ham chill before serving.

Store it in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least an hour. This helps the flavors blend and gives the spread its signature creamy texture.

✅ 4. Adjust the heat to your liking.

Start with a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper, then taste and add more if you like it spicier. It’s easy to customize with tabasco sauce, chili flakes, or even smoked paprika.

✅ 5. Add sweet pickle relish for a tangy twist.

This optional ingredient gives the deviled ham salad a sweet, crunchy contrast that pairs perfectly with savory ham and mustard.

Nutrition

Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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