Ingredients
• 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed according to package instructions
• 8 slices of your favorite ham
• 8 slices of cheddar cheese
• 1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water for the egg wash
• 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Roll Out the Dough: Unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to a rectangle measuring approximately 12×8 inches.
- Assemble the Croissants: Place the ham slices in a single layer on the center of the pastry dough, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides. Top the ham with the cheese slices, arranging them to cover the ham evenly.
- Fold and Cut: Fold the short sides of the pastry dough over the filling, then fold the long sides over the center, overlapping them slightly. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the folded dough into 8 equal-sized croissants.
- Bake to Perfection: Carefully transfer the assembled croissants to the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down. Brush the tops of the croissants with the egg wash, and sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
- Bake and Enjoy: Bake the croissants for 18-22 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve the Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-22 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: Americans
Keywords: 30-Minute Hearty Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants Recipe