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Close-up smartphone photo of golden-brown Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry with bubbling cheese and herbs.

Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry: The Easiest Flaky 20-Minute Appetizer

This Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry features golden-brown flaky layers topped with savory ham and melted, bubbly white cheese. A 20-minute, Pinterest-ready appetizer seasoned with dried herbs and cracked black pepper for maximum flavor and crunch.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Appetizer, Breakfast, Lunch
Cuisine: French-American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 1 sheet (250g) Puff Pastry Thawed but cold
  • 6 oz (170g) Deli Ham Thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (115g) White Cheese Gruyère or Swiss, shredded
  • 1 Egg For egg wash
  • 1 tsp (1g) Dried Herb Flakes Parsley or Oregano
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Cracked Black Pepper Freshly cracked

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Large
  • 1 Parchment Paper
  • 1 Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a sheet with parchment. Cut the cold puff pastry into 9 squares.
  2. Place a folded slice of ham on each square, top with shredded white cheese, and brush the edges with whisked egg wash.
  3. Sprinkle with dried herbs and black pepper. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastry is golden-brown and flaky and the cheese has toasted spots.

Notes

Ensure the pastry is cold when it enters the oven for maximum rise.
Use a sharp knife to prevent sealing the pastry edges.