Description
These baked ham and cheese croissants are the ultimate comfort food that combines the flakiness of fresh pastry with the hearty, satisfying flavors of ham and cheese. Perfect for busy mornings or weekend treats!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large croissants (store-bought or homemade)
- 12 slices of quality ham (about 8 oz/225g)
- 6–8 oz (170-225g) Swiss cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice your croissants horizontally.
- Mix the melted butter with Dijon mustard in a small bowl (if using).
- Assemble the Croissants
- Brush the inside of each croissant half with the butter-mustard mixture.
- Layer 2 slices of ham on the bottom half of each croissant.
- Add 1-2 slices of cheese on top of the ham.
- Replace the top half of the croissant.
- Bake to Perfection
- Arrange the assembled ham and cheese croissants on the prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly brush the tops with any remaining butter mixture.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the croissants are golden.
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve warm for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
Pro Tips:
- Use day-old croissants for a sturdier base that won’t get soggy.
- Thin-sliced ham works better than thick cuts for these delicate pastries.
- For an extra crispy croissant, brush the outside with egg wash before baking.
- Don’t overstuff your croissants, or the fillings may leak during baking.
- For a breakfast version, add a thin omelet layer between the ham and cheese.
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 27
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 75
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