Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout. After making these many times, I’ve perfected the trick to get them golden and crispy every time. The crispy exterior gives way to a melty, savory interior that’s perfect for a quick breakfast or brunch. Try them with my Crispy Hash Brown Avocado Toast for a balanced meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Hash Brown Avocado Toast and One Pot Creamy Spinach Tomato Tortellini.

What You'll Need for Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• Puff pastry
• Ham
• Cheddar cheese
• Egg wash
• Salt
• Pepper
• Optional: Poppy seeds
• Optional: Sesame seeds

How to Make Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

1. Prepare the filling: Mix ham and cheese, season with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the pastry: Unroll thawed puff pastry, cut into 6 equal rectangles.
3. Assemble the croissants: Place a generous spoonful of ham and cheese mixture onto each rectangle, fold into a triangle, and press edges to seal.
4. Shape the croissants: Cut each triangle in half to form two smaller triangles, then roll each into a croissant shape.
5. Chill and preheat: Chill croissants in the fridge for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C).
6. Brush with egg wash: Brush croissants with egg wash, sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds if desired.
7. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Storing & Reheating Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Assemble croissants up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Freezing Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

Freeze unbaked croissants for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful as they can become soggy.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ham and cheese mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the ham for cooked bacon or cooked breakfast sausage.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your croissants are burning on the bottom, try baking them on a lower rack or reducing the oven temperature slightly.

Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

25 mins

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Total

40 mins

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free (if using gluten-free puff pastry)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• Puff pastry
• Ham
• Cheddar cheese
• Egg wash

Seasonings

• Salt
• Pepper

Optional Toppings

• Poppy seeds
• Sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Prepare the filling: Mix ham and cheese, season with salt and pepper.
2. Prepare the pastry: Unroll thawed puff pastry, cut into 6 equal rectangles.
3. Assemble the croissants: Place a generous spoonful of ham and cheese mixture onto each rectangle, fold into a triangle, and press edges to seal.
4. Shape the croissants: Cut each triangle in half to form two smaller triangles, then roll each into a croissant shape.
5. Chill and preheat: Chill croissants in the fridge for 15 minutes while preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C).
6. Brush with egg wash: Brush croissants with egg wash, sprinkle with poppy or sesame seeds if desired.
7. Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a spicy kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ham and cheese mixture.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the ham for cooked bacon or cooked breakfast sausage.
• Make-ahead: See storage notes for make-ahead tips.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your croissants are burning on the bottom, try baking them on a lower rack or reducing the oven temperature slightly.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze unbaked croissants for up to 2 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-10 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, but be careful as they can become soggy.
• Make ahead: Assemble croissants up to 24 hours ahead. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 1g
• Sodium: 700mg
• Cholesterol: 60mg
• Sat. Fat: 10g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants — Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!