Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants
Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry, savory ham, and gooey melted cheese that promise to elevate any meal. Perfect for brunch or as a cozy snack, these croissants fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma and deliver layers of flavor in every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package pre-made croissant dough (8 oz)
- 8 slices deli ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp water
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the croissant dough on a lightly floured surface until flat.
- Place one slice of ham on each triangle of dough. If using mustard, spread it lightly over the ham before adding a generous amount of cheese.
- Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle tightly towards the point.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg with water and brush the mixture over each rolled croissant for a shiny finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg