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The Ultimate Easy Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants: Flaky, Gooey Comfort Food Ready in 30 Minutes

Two golden brown baked ham and cheese croissants with melted cheese oozing out, served on a white plate.
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Make flaky, savory ham and cheese croissants quickly using pre-made dough. This recipe delivers gooey melted cheese and a buttery crust, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 8 thin slices deli ham
  • 4 ounces Gruyère or Swiss cheese, thinly sliced or shredded
  • 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Unroll the crescent roll dough onto a clean surface. Separate the dough into 8 triangles.
  3. If using mustard, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the wider end of each triangle.
  4. Place one slice of ham and a small amount of cheese on the wide end of each dough triangle.
  5. Roll each triangle up tightly starting from the wide end toward the tip. Place the rolled croissants seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk the egg with one teaspoon of water to create an egg wash. Brush the tops of the croissants lightly with the egg wash.
  7. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use good quality butter croissants instead of crescent rolls if time allows.
  • To make this a casserole bake for a crowd, place the filled and rolled croissants snugly in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, pour a mixture of 1 cup milk and 2 eggs over the top, and bake until set.
  • Swiss cheese melts well, but sharp cheddar also works if you prefer a stronger flavor.

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