Berlin-Inspired Pretzel Sandwich with Smoked Ham and Emmental

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-24 · Updated 2026-06-24

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Soft German pretzel rolls filled with smoky ham, melty Emmental cheese, and a tangy mustard spread, perfect for a satisfying sandwich. This German-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs German pretzel rolls, Smoked ham slices, Emmental cheese slices for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 German cuisine 450 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 German pretzel rolls
8 slices (about 200g) Smoked ham slices
4 slices (about 100g) Emmental cheese slices
4 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp softened Butter
8 slices Pickles
4 Fresh lettuce leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut 4 German pretzel rolls in half horizontally.
Step 2: Spread 1/2 tbsp softened butter on the inside of each roll half. Spread 1 tbsp Dijon mustard evenly on the bottom halves.
Step 3: Layer 2 slices smoked ham and 1 slice Emmental cheese on each bottom half. Top with 2 pickle slices and 1 fresh lettuce leaf.
Step 4: Close the sandwiches with the top halves and place on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese starts to melt and rolls are warmed through.
Step 5: Remove from oven and serve immediately, enjoying the balance of smoky, tangy, and soft textures.