Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Croissants
Super easy ham and cheese puff pastry croissants, perfect for a nice brunch or for a party.
Servings 4
Calories 501kcal
Ingredients
- 1 packet puff pastry refrigerated (Note)
- 1-2 slices ham depending on their size
- 1-2 slices Gouda/Cheddar/ Gruyere cheese depending on their size
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon milk
- some sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius/ 430 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Unroll the puff pastry on the working surface and cut it into large triangles. Cut the ham and cheese into strips.
- Lay a few strips of ham and a few strips of the cheese on the broad side of the triangle. Start rolling the triangle starting at the base.
- Place on the prepared baking tray with the seam facing down. Bend in the edges to create a crescent shape.
- Beat the egg yolk and the milk together in a small bowl. Brush the croissants with this mixture and sprinkle them with sesame seeds (or nigella seeds for a change).
- Bake for about 25 minutes or until deeply golden and baked through. Serve immediately.
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Notes
About 275 g/ 10 oz. Frozen puff pastry can be used as well. Work with it according to the packet's instructions.
Nutrition
Serving: 1croissant | Calories: 501kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 625mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g