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Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry

Savory Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry That Will Wow Your Guests

This Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry recipe combines flaky pastry with rich cheese and savory ham, making it the perfect appetizer or breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: European
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry high-quality frozen
For the Filling
  • 6 slices Ham good-quality deli
  • 6 slices Gruyere Cheese or Swiss or cheddar for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard optional
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg whisked
  • 1 tablespoon Heavy Cream
For the Topping
  • 1 tablespoon Everything Bagel Seasoning optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Whisk
  • Knife or pizza cutter
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together one egg and a splash of heavy cream until well blended.
  3. Roll out one sheet of thawed puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.
  4. Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into six equal rectangles and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  5. Place a slice of ham and a rectangle of gruyere cheese in the center of each pastry rectangle.
  6. Brush the edges of each rectangle with the egg wash, fold over to seal, and pinch the edges together.
  7. Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with thyme and everything bagel seasoning.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh; for leftovers, store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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