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Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry That'll Wow Your Guests

A delicious and effortless recipe for Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry that transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stacks
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Essential for the flaky texture. Opt for high-quality frozen pastry.
  • 8 slices Ham Thinly sliced works best.
  • 8 slices Cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, or Cheddar) Choose your favorite type for an extra flavor boost.
  • 1 large Egg Used for the egg wash.
  • 1 tbsp Milk Mixed with the egg for a smooth egg wash.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adjust to taste for your preferred flavor profile.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper These key seasonings brighten the dish.
  • optional Fresh Herbs (Thyme or Rosemary) Fragrant garnish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets until smooth and about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Cut each pastry sheet into four equal squares, giving you a total of eight squares.
  4. Whisk together one egg and a splash of milk to create an egg wash.
  5. Layer a slice of ham followed by cheese on each pastry square. Optionally, add a smear of Dijon mustard.
  6. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the fillings, adding fresh herbs if using.
  7. Place a second pastry square over the filled square and seal the edges.
  8. Brush the tops of each stack with the egg wash mixture.
  9. Place the prepared stacks on the lined baking sheet with space between them.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  11. Let cool slightly before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 6IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These stacks are perfect for impressing guests at any gathering, and leftovers can be refrigerated or frozen for later enjoyment.

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