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Flaky Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries

Delicious Flaky Ham and Cheese Puff Pastries for Cozy Mornings

Indulge in flaky ham and cheese puff pastries, a delightful hand-held breakfast perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pastries
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Pepperidge Farm recommended
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Ham Leftover slices
  • 1 cup Gruyère Cheese Can substitute cheddar
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onions can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted
For the Seasoning
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Oregano can be used as substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Cloves Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Allspice Optional
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Salt Any coarse salt can be used

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowls
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Dust your work surface with flour, unroll the puff pastry, and roll it out to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into four equal squares.
  3. Place a slice of ham in the center of each pastry square and sprinkle with grated Gruyère cheese.
  4. In a bowl, mix spices and sprinkle over the cheese on each pastry.
  5. Beat the egg with water for the egg wash and brush on the edges of the pastry squares.
  6. Fold one corner over the filling, seal, brush the top with egg wash, and sprinkle with flaky salt.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed. Let cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pastryCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to egg wash the edges to prevent filling leaks during baking. Chill dough if too warm and work on a floured surface to avoid sticking.

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