Savory Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Bites for Easy Entertaining

Discover the irresistible Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry bites - quick, savory treats perfect for entertaining.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 bites

Course: Appetizers

Calories: 200

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pastry

1 sheet Puff Pastry defrosted and slightly rolled out

For the Filling

6 slices Ham can substitute with turkey or chicken
6 slices Gruyere Cheese can substitute with Swiss cheese or cheddar

For the Seasoning

1 teaspoon Thyme fresh or dried
2 teaspoons Everything Bagel Seasoning can replace with sesame seeds

For Assembly

2 teaspoons Dijon Mustard optional
1 egg + 1 tbsp heavy cream for egg wash

Equipment

Oven
Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Mixing Bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together one egg and one tablespoon of heavy cream in a small bowl for the egg wash.
Roll out the puff pastry slightly and cut into six rectangles.
Place each pastry rectangle on the lined baking sheet, spaced apart.
Spread Dijon mustard in the center of each pastry rectangle if using.
Add a slice of ham and a piece of Gruyere cheese to each rectangle.
Brush the edges with egg wash and pinch to seal the pastries.
Brush the tops with remaining egg wash and sprinkle with thyme and bagel seasoning.
Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
Cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Keep puff pastry chilled and don’t overfill to maintain flakiness. Experiment with different fillings as desired.

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