Description
Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delightful fusion of flaky pastry, savory ham, and gooey melted cheese, perfect for any meal—be it breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack. With just 20 minutes of preparation, these croissants offer a satisfying combination of flavors and textures that will quickly become a household favorite. The rich taste of smoked cheddar paired with deli-cut ham makes each bite irresistible. Plus, they can be easily customized with your choice of herbs or spices. Serve them warm for an impressive presentation that’s sure to delight guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (halved)
- ¾ pound deli-cut ham
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Slice each croissant in half and layer with cheese and ham.
- Mix softened butter, mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce; spread inside croissants.
- Arrange sandwiches in the baking dish, brush with egg wash, and sprinkle poppy seeds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg