Description
Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are a delightful fusion of buttery, flaky pastry filled with savory ham and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a quick snack, these croissants are incredibly easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection. The combination of flavors creates a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone wanting more. With the option to customize with your favorite ingredients, these croissants are not only versatile but also make-ahead friendly. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or re-heated later, they are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 mini croissants
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (halved)
- 3/4 pound deli-cut ham
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 large egg white (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Slice each croissant in half horizontally and layer the bottom half with cheese and ham.
- In a small bowl, mix butter, mustard, honey, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
- Spread the mixture inside each croissant sandwich.
- Arrange the sandwiches in the baking dish and brush tops with whisked egg white; sprinkle with poppy seeds.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (approx. 90g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg