Description
Baked ham and cheese croissants make your weekend breakfast dreams come true with flaky pastry and melted cheese tucked inside. Warm from the oven, these simple croissants deliver pure comfort right to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Cheese:
- 8 slices thinly sliced deli ham
- 1 cup shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese
Base:
- 1 package pre-made croissant dough (8 oz)
Finishing:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme
Instructions
- Unwrap your croissant dough package and lay the sheet flat on a clean kitchen counter at room temperature.
- Gently stretch the dough to create an even surface that will hold your ham and cheese filling perfectly.
- Layer one full slice of deli ham across each dough triangle, ensuring complete coverage from edge to edge.
- Sprinkle exactly 2 tablespoons of shredded Swiss cheese over the ham, distributing it evenly.
- Roll each triangle from the widest end toward the narrow point, carefully tucking the sides inward to seal the filling.
- Whisk 1 egg with 1 tablespoon of water in a small bowl until completely combined and slightly frothy.
- Use a pastry brush to coat the entire surface of each rolled croissant with the egg wash, creating a beautiful golden sheen.
- Arrange the croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart to allow even heat circulation.
- Place the baking sheet in a preheated 375°F oven and bake for precisely 17 minutes until the croissants turn a deep golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the croissants rest for 3 minutes before serving, allowing the cheese to set slightly.
Notes
- Swap ham for turkey or bacon to customize your croissants and match personal taste preferences.
- Make sure cheese is evenly distributed to prevent dry spots and ensure each bite is deliciously melty.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle herbs like thyme or chives on top before baking to add a fresh, aromatic touch.
- Let croissants cool for a few minutes after baking so the cheese sets and doesn’t burn your mouth when eating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg