Description
Baked ham and cheese croissants come together faster than your morning coffee, delivering pure comfort right from your kitchen. Flaky pastry wrapped around salty ham and melted cheese makes breakfast feel like a warm hug from your favorite bakery.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 croissants
- 4 slices ham
- 4 slices cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Warm your kitchen oven precisely to 350°F, ensuring an even baking environment for your croissants.
- Slice each croissant horizontally, creating a perfect pocket for savory fillings.
- Spread exactly ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard across the interior surfaces of your croissant halves.
- Layer one entire slice of ham onto each croissant base, covering the mustard completely.
- Add one slice of cheese directly on top of the ham, making sure it covers the meat evenly.
- Close the croissant halves, transforming them into delectable sandwich-style treats.
- Arrange the assembled croissants on a parchment-lined baking sheet, positioning them with slight separation.
- Brush the tops carefully with 1 tablespoon melted butter, creating a golden surface.
- Sprinkle ½ teaspoon dried thyme and ½ teaspoon garlic powder across the buttered croissant surfaces.
- Transfer the baking sheet into the preheated 350°F oven for precisely 12 minutes.
- Remove when cheese appears fully melted and croissant edges turn a rich, warm golden-brown color.
- Allow croissants to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving, helping the cheese set slightly.
Notes
- Choose high-quality ham and cheese for the best flavor and richness in your croissants.
- Experiment with different cheese types like Swiss, Gruyère, or provolone to create unique taste combinations.
- For a lighter version, substitute ham with turkey or use low-fat cheese options.
- Gluten-free croissants work perfectly if someone has wheat sensitivities, making this recipe adaptable for different dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg