Description
Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delightful combination of flaky puff pastry, savory ham, and melty cheese that creates an irresistible treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. These easy-to-make croissants promise a golden, crispy exterior with a warm, gooey center that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether for brunch or an on-the-go meal, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz sliced ham (thick)
- 4 oz Gruyère or cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into triangles approximately 4 inches wide at the base.
- Place one slice of ham and a generous amount of cheese on the widest end of each triangle.
- Roll each triangle tightly from the wide end to the pointy end, tucking in the sides as you go.
- Beat the egg and brush it over each croissant.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg