Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks: Easy Brunch Delight

Delightful Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks, perfect for brunch or a quick lunch.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 50

Servings: 4 stacks

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: French

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1 package Puff Pastry High-quality frozen
1 large Egg (beaten) For egg wash

For the Filling

8 slices Ham Use turkey or salami if desired
1 cup Cheese (Swiss, Gruyère, or Cheddar) Shredded, experiment with your favorite cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Optional, for added tanginess

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
to taste tablespoon Fresh Herbs (thyme or rosemary) For garnish

For Egg Wash

1 tablespoon Milk Optional

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
parchment paper
Knife or Pizza Cutter
small bowl
whisk
Pastry Brush

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Thaw your frozen puff pastry sheets, roll them out gently to 1/8 inch thickness.
Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into squares, four squares per stack.
In a small bowl, combine a beaten egg with a splash of milk to create an egg wash.

Assembly

Layer one pastry square with slices of ham and a generous portion of shredded cheese.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and add fresh herbs if using.
Place another pastry square on top, pressing gently to seal the edges.
Brush the tops with egg wash before transferring to the baking sheet.

Baking

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, preheat the oven fully and avoid greasing the baking sheet.

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