Description
Delight in the crispy, flaky layers of ham and cheese puff pastry stacks, each bite filled with gooey cheese and savory ham. This simple yet impressive dish is perfect for brunches, snacks, or quick dinners, making it a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking for more. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, these stacks are an easy way to elevate any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets (2 sheets)
- 8 oz thick-cut ham slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
- Optional: herbs like thyme or oregano for added flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into 4-inch squares.
- Place a slice of ham on half of each square, sprinkle with cheese, fold over, and seal edges with a fork.
- Whisk the egg with a splash of water; brush over the tops of the stacks.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffy. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 207
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg