Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants Recipe
These Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delicious, easy-to-make savory treat featuring flaky croissants filled with savory deli ham and melted Swiss cheese. Enhanced with optional Dijon mustard and mayonnaise for extra flavor, they’re baked to golden perfection and perfect for a comforting breakfast, brunch, or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
Fillings
- 8 slices of deli ham (about 200g)
- 8 slices of Swiss cheese or Gruyère (about 120g)
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise (optional)
Other
- 4 large croissants, sliced in half
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Croissants: Spread Dijon mustard and mayonnaise evenly on the inside of each croissant half, if you choose to use these ingredients for added flavor.
- Assemble Croissants: Inside each croissant half, layer 2 slices of deli ham followed by 2 slices of Swiss cheese. Close each croissant half carefully and place them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced out.
- Brush with Butter: Lightly brush the tops of the assembled croissants with melted unsalted butter to promote browning and add a rich flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and the croissants turn golden brown on top, indicating they are heated through and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, then serve warm and enjoy your delicious baked ham and cheese croissants.
Notes
- Use Gruyère cheese for a nuttier flavor as an alternative to Swiss cheese.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of black pepper or a dash of hot sauce inside the croissants.
- Make sure croissants are fresh or slightly day-old for best texture after baking.
- You can prepare these croissants ahead of time and bake them just before serving.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness rather than using a microwave.
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