Description
Elevate breakfast with these irresistible ham and cheese croissants, a delightful French-inspired morning treat. Flaky pastry embraces savory ham and melted cheese, creating a quick, satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 mini croissants, halved
- 1 pound (454 grams) sliced smoked deli ham
- 12 slices Swiss cheese
Condiments and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup (79 milliliters) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings:
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 large egg white
- 2 teaspoons poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and coating a 9×13 baking dish with a light grease layer to prevent sticking.
- Create a flavorful spread by blending softened butter with tangy mustard, finely chopped green onions, sweet honey, and a pinch of salt and pepper until well combined.
- Slice croissants horizontally and generously coat both interior surfaces with the prepared herb-honey mustard mixture.
- Layer thin slices of ham and cheese inside each croissant, ensuring even distribution and complete coverage.
- Whisk egg white with a small amount of water to create a glossy wash that will help achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Carefully brush the tops of assembled croissants with the egg white mixture and sprinkle poppy seeds for added texture and visual appeal.
- Place the prepared croissants in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color and crisp edges.
- Remove from oven and allow sandwiches to rest for 5 minutes, which helps set the filling and prevents burning when serving.
- Serve warm, allowing the melted cheese and crisp croissant to create a delightful culinary experience.
Notes
- Double-check croissant freshness by gently pressing; they should feel soft and springy, not stale or hard.
- Customize ham selection for dietary needs, using turkey ham for lower fat or vegetarian ham alternatives.
- Try cheese varieties like Swiss, Gruyère, or provolone to enhance flavor complexity and texture.
- Brush egg wash carefully to achieve golden, glossy surface without making croissants soggy or overly wet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 276
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 645 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 22 mg