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Flaky Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries

Flaky Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries for Quick Comfort Food

Delightful flaky Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries, perfect for brunch or snacking, combining savory ham and creamy Gruyere cheese.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pastries
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry Pepperidge Farm or 1 sheet of Dufour for that perfect flaky texture
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Thinly Sliced Ham Leftover ham works best
  • 1 cup Gruyere Cheese Grated; can substitute with Cheddar or Parmesan
For the Spice Mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon Just a pinch adds warmth
  • 1/8 teaspoon Cloves Use sparingly
  • 1/4 teaspoon Allspice Enhances savory notes
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dried Thyme Herby essence
  • 1/4 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder Sweetens the filling
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances savory flavor
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Whisked
For Topping
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Salt Sprinkle on top before baking

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • pastry brush
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until you have two 10 x 10-inch squares. Cut each square into four smaller squares.
  3. Place a slice of ham in the center of each pastry square, followed by a mound of grated Gruyere cheese.
  4. Combine the spices in a small bowl and sprinkle about ¼ to ½ teaspoon over the cheese on each pastry square.
  5. Whisk an egg and apply egg wash to the inside edges of two adjacent corners of each pastry square.
  6. Fold the pastry corner over the filling to create a triangle shape, pressing down gently to secure the edges.
  7. Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle flaky salt on top. Bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 9gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep the puff pastry chilled until ready to use. Avoid overfilling to prevent bursting. Use egg wash for proper sealing and texture.

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