Description
Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a deliciously flaky pastry that perfectly combines savory ham and melty cheese, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re serving them at breakfast, brunch, or as a quick snack, these golden croissants are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (or regular cheddar), halved
- 3/4 pound deli-cut ham
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds (for sprinkling)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally. On the bottom half of each, layer half a slice of cheddar cheese, a slice of ham, and another half slice of cheese. Place the top half over the filling.
- In a small bowl, mix together softened butter, yellow mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Spread the butter mixture evenly inside each assembled croissant sandwich.
- Arrange all sandwiches in the prepared baking dish.
- Whisk the egg white with a splash of water until frothy. Brush over each croissant's top and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake for about 15-18 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and tops are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (60g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg