Irresistibly Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks
Delightful stacks of salty ham and melty cheese enveloped in golden, flaky pastry—perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 8 slices of ham
- 8 slices of cheese (e.g., Swiss or cheddar)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: mustard for spread
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Assemble a slice of ham and a slice of cheese on half of the rectangles.
- Spread a thin layer of mustard on top of the ham and cheese (optional).
- Top with another rectangle of puff pastry and press the edges to seal.
- Beat the egg and brush the tops of the stacks with the egg wash.
- Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve warm as a snack.
Notes
These stacks are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 70mg