Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of savory ham and rich cheddar cheese wrapped in buttery, flaky puff pastry. This Ham Cheese Puff Pastry recipe is not only simple to make but also impressively elegant, making it a perfect choice for brunches, cozy dinners, or as a standout appetizer at your next gathering. With a mere 10 minutes of preparation time and a few easy steps, you can create these crowd-pleasing pastries that are sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. Their adaptability allows for customization, whether by adding your favorite vegetables or experimenting with different cheeses. Serve them warm, and watch them disappear quickly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 puff pastry sheets
- ¾ pound ham (cut into small cubes)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg plus 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Thaw puff pastry at room temperature until soft yet cold.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place one sheet of puff pastry on a greased baking sheet.
- Evenly layer ham and cheddar cheese over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Beat together an egg and water for the egg wash; brush edges of pastry with it.
- Top with the second puff pastry sheet, pressing edges to seal.
- Cut vents in the top layer to release steam and brush with remaining egg wash.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool slightly before slicing into pieces and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 90g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg