Description
Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delightful combination of flaky pastry filled with savory ham and melted cheese, ideal for breakfast, brunch, or as a quick snack. With a golden crust and a rich flavor profile from smoked cheddar and deli-cut ham, these croissants are sure to impress anyone who tries them. They are incredibly easy to prepare and can be customized to suit your taste preferences—whether you want to add veggies or swap cheeses. Ready in under 30 minutes, these tasty treats make for a perfect addition to any meal or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- ¾ pound deli-cut ham
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (or regular cheddar)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ to 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white (for egg wash)
- Poppy seeds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally. Layer half a slice of cheese, a slice of ham, and another half slice of cheese on the bottom half of each croissant. Place the top half over the fillings.
- In a bowl, combine softened butter, mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth. Spread this mixture inside each assembled sandwich.
- Arrange the croissants in the baking dish.
- Whisk together the egg white and water; brush over the tops of the croissants and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg