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Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks

Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks for Quick Gourmet Bites

Effortlessly elevate any gathering with these Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks, a delicious crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 stacks
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: French
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Puff Pastry
  • 1 roll Puff Pastry Use butter-based for richer flavor
Filling
  • 8 oz Ham (Black Forest or Virginia) Thinly sliced
  • 8 oz Cheese (Gruyère, Swiss, or Cheddar) Choose a melting cheese
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Optional for added flavor
  • 1 each Egg For egg wash

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pastry Brush
  • Sharp serrated knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients and prep your workspace.
  2. Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness.
  3. Layer one sheet of puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then add ham, cheese, and optional mustard.
  4. Place a second sheet of puff pastry on top, press the edges firmly, and crimp with a fork.
  5. Brush the top of the pastry with the beaten egg wash for a golden finish.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
  7. Let the stacks cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stackCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

These stacks are versatile; you can try different cheeses or add herbs to customize them. They freeze well for future use.

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