Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants
Delicious flaky croissants filled with savory ham and melted cheese, perfect for brunch or as a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese, halved
- ¾ pound deli-cut ham
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ to 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly.
- Slice each mini croissant in half horizontally.
- On the bottom half of each croissant, layer half a slice of cheddar cheese.
- Add a slice of ham and top with another half slice of cheese.
- Close the sandwiches using the top halves of the croissants.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, yellow mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until smooth.
- Spread this mixture evenly on the inside of each croissant sandwich.
- Arrange all the assembled sandwiches in the prepared baking dish.
- In another small bowl, whisk the egg white with a splash of water. Brush this egg wash onto the tops of the croissants and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for the best texture.
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