The Best Ham & Cheese Puff PastrY Recipe
This easy ham and cheese puff pastry recipe is super easy and so satisfying! They look super impressive but are actually so easy to make. Using just store-bought puff pastry sheets and a homemade cheese sauce with ham and spinach added in, you will have these ham and cheese puffs ready in no time, perfect for breakfast or an appetizer! These are great to make if you have any leftover ham on hand, too. You can transform your leftovers into a delicious brunch option that the whole family will absolutely love!
Ingredients Needed
Puff Pastry: For ease, you can use frozen sheets of store-bought puff pastry! Butter & Flour: Melted butter and flour are combined in a saucepan to create a roux. This will thicken up the cheese sauce so that it is thick enough to go into the middle of the puff pastries! Milk: You can add whatever milk you have on hand, but 2% or whole milk would be best! Ham: Use simple deli ham or any leftover ham you might have on hand. Thick cut ham offers the best taste and texture. Spinach: For a bit of added green and texture! Spices: To add extra flavor to the cheese sauce, season it with mustard powder, onion powder, and garlic powder! Cheddar Cheese & Swiss Cheese: I love the combination of shredded cheddar cheese and Swiss cheese here, but you can use your favorite cheese. Make sure it is freshly shredded from a block, so that it melts seamlessly into the sauce! Salt & Pepper: To taste.
How to Make This Recipe
Tips for Success
Use leftover ham! If you have any leftover holiday ham, this would be the perfect time to use it. Just chop it up and add it to the cheese sauce! You can switch it up and use other meat like turkey or bacon! Or make vegetarian puff pastry by completely omitting the meat. Serve your ham and cheese puff pastry with some of your favorite Dijon mustard for dipping!
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