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Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks That Wow Your Guests

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks are a quick, elegant appetizer perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry High-quality, butter-based preferred.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour For dusting.
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces Ham Thinly sliced Black Forest or Virginia ham.
  • 8 ounces Cheese Aged Gruyère, Swiss, or cheddar.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Optional for additional flavor.
For the Finish
  • 1 large Egg For egg wash.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Rolling Pin
  • Knife or pizza cutter
  • Small Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface until 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Place one rectangle of puff pastry on your baking sheet, layer with optional Dijon mustard, ham, and cheese, leaving a small border.
  4. Top with a second rectangle of puff pastry, press down the edges to seal, and crimp with a fork.
  5. Beat the egg and brush it over each pastry stack.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before cutting into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These stacks can be assembled ahead of time for convenience. Different cheeses and fillings can be used for variety.

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