Description
Crispy golden ham and cheese croissants emerge as a delightful French-inspired breakfast sensation. Flaky pastry embraces savory ham and melted cheese, promising a luxurious morning treat you’ll savor with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 8 mini croissants
- ¾ pound (340 grams) deli-cut ham
- 4 slices smoked cheddar cheese (or regular cheddar), halved
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ to 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Garnish:
- 1 large egg white
- Poppy seeds, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375F (190C) and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Carefully slice each croissant horizontally, creating a top and bottom half for assembling the sandwiches.
- Layer the bottom half of each croissant with a delicate slice of cheddar cheese, followed by a slice of ham, and then another piece of cheese.
- Gently place the top half of the croissant over the fillings, creating a complete sandwich.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together softened butter, tangy yellow mustard, sweet honey, and savory Worcestershire sauce until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Using a culinary brush, generously spread the prepared butter mixture on the interior surfaces of each croissant sandwich, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully arrange the filled croissant sandwiches in the prepared baking dish, positioning them neatly.
- Whisk the egg white with a splash of water to create a light egg wash, then delicately brush the tops of the croissants.
- Sprinkle poppy seeds over the egg-washed croissants for added texture and visual appeal.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, monitoring until the cheese melts completely and the croissant tops turn a golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for a moment before serving these warm, indulgent sandwiches.
Notes
- Choose croissants that are fresh and slightly soft for the best texture and absorption of the butter mixture.
- Opt for high-quality ham and sharp cheddar cheese to elevate the overall flavor profile of the dish.
- Experiment with different cheese variations like Swiss, Gruyère, or provolone for unique taste combinations.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free croissants or substitute with large lettuce leaves as a lighter alternative.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg