Ham Cheese Puff Pastry (Print Format)
Flaky puff pastry combined with savory ham and melted Gruyère cheese, baked until golden and crisp.
# Ingredients:
→ Puff Pastry
01 -
2 sheets frozen puff pastry, thawed (17.3 oz)
→ Fillings
02 -
10 oz sliced deli ham
03 -
8 oz Gruyère cheese slices
04 -
2.7 fl oz Dijon mustard (optional)
→ Finishing
05 -
1 large egg, whisked
06 -
Everything bagel seasoning (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Remove puff pastry sheets from packaging and let thaw until pliable.
02 -
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
03 -
Roll out each puff pastry sheet slightly if needed and slice each into six rectangles using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
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Brush edges of each pastry rectangle with whisked egg, spread Dijon mustard in the center, then place one slice of Gruyère cheese and a folded slice of ham onto the mustard.
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Lift one corner of the pastry towards the center, fold the opposite corner over to enclose the filling, and press edges gently to seal.
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Transfer pastries to the lined baking sheet, brush tops with remaining egg wash, and sprinkle everything bagel seasoning if desired.
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Bake in preheated oven for 18 to 22 minutes until golden, puffed, and cheese is melted.
08 -
Remove from oven and allow to cool briefly before serving warm.
# Tips:
01 -
Ensure puff pastry is fully thawed for easier handling and folding.
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Gruyère can be substituted with cheddar or preferred cheese.
03 -
Pastries can be frozen before baking and baked directly from the freezer with a few additional minutes added to baking time.