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Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants

Irresistible Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants You’ll Love

Indulge in these Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants for a comforting breakfast treat that combines savory ham and melted cheese in flaky pastry.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 croissants
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croissants
  • 4 pieces Croissants Flaky pastry base; choose fresh or frozen for convenience.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Ham Savory protein; substitute with turkey, chicken, or bacon for variety.
  • 8 ounces Cheese Consider Swiss, provolone, mozzarella, or pepper jack for diverse tastes.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy kick; swap with yellow or brown mustard or mayonnaise.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Gently flatten each croissant with a rolling pin to hold more filling.
  3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the bottom half of each croissant, then add layers of ham and cheese.
  4. Fold the top half of each croissant over the filling and press gently to seal.
  5. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  6. Cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese to set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croissantCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 15gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Tips include chilling the butter, not overfilling, experimenting with cheeses, and warming up leftovers in the oven.

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