41 ingenious (and delicious) ways to use up leftover Christmas ham

Christmas has come and gone and yet here you are, with a whole fridge-load of holiday ham to work your way through. Look, we’re a ham-loving bunch here at delicious., so we understand your predicament. Which is why we make sure to always come prepared with plenty of easy and tasty recipes for using up that leftover party protein, to satisfy a ham-kering at breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner. So whether you’re after classic like a cheese and ham toastie or a pea and ham soup, or if you’re looking for something a little more adventurous like ham croquettes, ham dumplings or even a ham pie, we’ve got the perfect leftover Christmas ham recipes for every craving and occasion right here.

by delicious. team

delicious. team

Dec 22, 2025

Parsley crepes with d’Affinois, ham and chives

This isn’t your average ham and cheese crepe recipe, and we don’t think you’ll go back once you try this elegant and luxurious update. Creamy d’Affinois cheese is slabbed into a thin, buttery crepe freckled with fresh parsley and a salty shaving of leg ham to cut through the richness. Topped with fragrant chives for a herby finish, this easy brunch recipe is something you’ll want every day. You'll need a a 22cm non-stick crepe pan or frypan for this recipe.

Ham, cheese and egg buckwheat galette

Ham, cheese and egg buckwheat galette.

Credit: Benjamin Dearnley

Make use of any leftover Christmas ham with this easy breakfast crepe! See notes for Lauren Mathers' cumquat-glazed ham recipe.

Ham and smoked cheddar rosti

Ham and smoked cheddar rosti.

Credit: Mark Roper

“This dish makes for the perfect Boxing Day brunch – it’s quick, easy and so tasty.” – Lucy Nunes

Kimchi and ham dumpling salad

“After a big day of feasting, the best way to wake up your overloaded taste buds is with punchy herbs and spices.” – Lucy Nunes

Grilled Hawaiian toastie

Colin Fassnidge makes use of his Christmas ham leftovers with this tropical toastie.

Croque madame

The great thing about having a ham for Christmas is that there is plenty leftover for a croque madame the week after.

Christmas ham and cheese bread

This pull-apart cheesy loaf turns your Christmas ham into a tasty savoury holiday treat, tailor-made for sharing.

Leftover ham banh mi (pork roll) with cherry jam

Khanh Ong puts an Aussie summer twist on a Vietnamese fan favourite.

Pea and ham soup

Make use of every little bit of Christmas ham with this tasty minimal waste recipe.

Pea and ham croquettes with fiery aioli

Turn leftover Christmas ham into finger food for a crowd with these tasty croquettes.

Ham hock and white bean soup

If you're looking for a warming soup recipe that will leave you feeling cosy and full, this easy ham and bean soup is it. Packed with nutrients, this hearty soup includes a delicious balance of vegetables and meat in one delicious bowl. Two large carrots add sweetness to this recipe along with a generous portion of white beans for velvety texture, and a kilo of salty ham hock shredded in the mix to create a savoury extravaganza. Keep this recipe close, you'll be using it a lot. Recipe note: You’ll need a large stockpot with a lid.