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Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks for Effortless Entertaining

These Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks are a quick, gourmet appetizer perfect for entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 stacks
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: International
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry
  • 1 sheet Puff Pastry use all-butter versions for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Flour used for dusting the surface
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Black Forest Ham thinly sliced preferred
  • 8 ounces Gruyère Cheese substitutions: aged cheddar or Swiss for varied taste
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard optional but recommended
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 large Egg beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • oven
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry Brush
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out one sheet of puff pastry to about ¼ inch thick on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the pastry, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Layer slices of Black Forest ham and Gruyère cheese on top.
  4. Place the second sheet of puff pastry over the filled sheet. Press down on the edges to seal.
  5. Beat an egg until smooth and brush over the assembled puff pastry stacks.
  6. Bake the stacks on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for about 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the assembled stacks in the fridge for about 15-30 minutes before baking for optimal puffiness. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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