Description
Tucked inside flaky French croissants, ham and cheese mingle in a delightful weekend breakfast treat that brings comfort to your morning table. Warm, golden layers of pastry wrap around savory ham and melted cheese, creating a simple yet satisfying meal your family will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 croissants
- 8 slices ham
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
Binding and Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Slice each croissant carefully in half, creating a top and bottom surface for layering ingredients.
- Spread ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard evenly across the inside of each croissant half.
- Place one full slice of Swiss cheese on the bottom half of each croissant.
- Layer two slices of ham directly on top of the cheese for each croissant.
- Close the croissants by positioning the top halves back over the ham and cheese.
- Combine 3 tablespoons melted butter with ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried parsley, and 1 teaspoon poppy seeds in a small mixing bowl.
- Brush the butter mixture generously across the top surface of each assembled croissant.
- Arrange croissants on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring some space between them for even heating.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until your cheese melts completely and croissants turn a golden brown color.
- Remove from the oven and allow croissants to rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Drizzle a tiny amount of honey over the top for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Choose croissants that are fresh and slightly soft for the best texture and flavor absorption.
- For a lighter version, swap regular butter with olive oil and use lean ham or turkey slices.
- Experiment with different cheese types like Gruyère or Gouda for a unique flavor profile.
- If preparing ahead, assemble croissants and refrigerate, then bake just before serving to maintain crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Ham
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 395 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 860 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg