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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry

Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry
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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry is a quick, simple snack or appetizer featuring crispy, flaky puff pastry filled with savory ham and melted cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect for parties, light lunches, or satisfying snacks. Customize with herbs, different cheeses, or vegetarian fillings to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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Basic Ingredients

  • 2 sheets of pre-rolled frozen puff pastry, thawed
  • 6–8 slices of good-quality deli ham
  • 1 to 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon mustard or fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, parsley)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to 400°F (200°C). A properly preheated oven ensures that the puff pastry puffs up perfectly and becomes golden and crisp.
  2. Prepare the Puff Pastry: Thaw your frozen puff pastry sheets according to package directions and lay them flat on a lightly floured surface. Cut into rectangles or squares depending on your desired serving size.
  3. Add Ham and Cheese: Place a slice of ham and a generous amount of cheese onto each pastry piece, leaving edges clear for sealing. Optionally, spread mustard or sprinkle herbs for extra flavor.
  4. Seal the Pastries: Fold the pastry over the fillings to form pockets or triangles. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal and prevent cheese from leaking out.
  5. Brush with Egg Wash: Whisk the beaten egg and lightly brush it on top of each pastry to achieve a golden-brown finish after baking.
  6. Bake Until Golden: Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese to set.

Notes

  • Use chilled puff pastry to ensure it puffs up nicely and doesn’t become soggy.
  • Do not overfill the pastries to avoid leakage and uneven baking.
  • Seal the edges well by pressing with a fork or brushing with a little water.
  • Monitor baking time closely; ovens vary, so start checking at 15 minutes.
  • Allow pastries to rest briefly after baking so the cheese firms up for easier handling.

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