Description
These Baked Beef Ham And Cheese Croissants are a delightful combination of flaky, buttery croissants filled with savory beef ham and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they are sure to impress with their gourmet taste and simple preparation.
Ingredients
- Raw or Refrigerated Croissant Dough
- Thinly Sliced Beef Ham
- Gruyère or Swiss Cheese
- Dijon Mustard (Optional)
- Egg Wash (1 egg beaten with a splash of water or milk)
- Butter (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- If using raw, unbaked croissants, place them on the prepared baking sheet. If using refrigerated crescent roll dough, unroll the dough and separate it into individual triangles or rectangles.
- If using Dijon mustard, lightly spread a thin layer on the wider end of each croissant triangle or the bottom half of your raw croissant.
- Layer a slice or two of thinly sliced beef ham over the mustard or directly on the dough.
- Place a generous slice or a small handful of shredded Gruyère or Swiss cheese on top of the beef ham.
- For Crescent Roll Dough: Starting from the wider end, carefully roll each croissant up towards the point. For Raw Bakery Croissants: Gently unroll them slightly, add your filling, and then carefully re-roll or fold them back into shape.
- In a small bowl, whisk together one large egg with about a tablespoon of water or milk to prepare the egg wash.
- Using a pastry brush, gently brush the tops and sides of each assembled croissant with the egg wash.
- Place the baking sheet in your preheated oven and bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the croissants are puffed up and golden brown.
- Once baked, let the croissants cool on the baking sheet for about 5-10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 18 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: You can substitute thinly sliced roasted beef or pastrami for beef ham. Experiment with different cheeses like sharp white cheddar or provolone for varied flavors. For added richness, brush melted butter on the inside of the croissant before adding fillings.