Description
These baked cheddar ham puffs are small, golden pockets filled with creamy cheese and salty ham, perfect for snacks or quick lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly flour your work surface.
- In a bowl, combine diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese, softened cream cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth and evenly combined.
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry and cut into squares (3–4 inches). Place a spoonful of the ham mixture in the center of each square. Fold and seal the edges.
- Brush each puff with beaten egg then place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 3–4 days. Can be frozen for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg