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Crispy Ham

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks for Easy Elegance

Discover the gourmet experience of Crispy Ham with these delightful stacks that impress at any gathering.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 stacks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 sheets Puff Pastry High-quality frozen for best results
  • 8 oz Ham Thinly sliced
  • 8 oz Cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, Cheddar) Choose your favorite variety
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Optional for flavor enhancement
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Natural adhesive for pastry
  • 1 tbsp Milk To lighten egg wash
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • to taste Fresh Herbs (Thyme/Rosemary) Optional for added freshness

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Small Bowl
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into eight equal squares.
  3. Mix one egg with a splash of milk to create an egg wash.
  4. Layer ham and cheese on a square of pastry, add mustard if desired, season, and top with another square. Seal with fork.
  5. Brush the tops of each stack with egg wash.
  6. Place on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and puffed.
  7. Allow to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These crispy stacks can be customized with different fillings and herbs to suit your taste.

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