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Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets

Irresistible Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets for Brunch

Delicious Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets are quick to make, versatile, and a perfect treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 4 pockets
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Store-bought is perfect if kept cold.
For the Filling
  • 8 slices Chicken Ham Feel free to substitute with any favorite deli meat.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Swiss or Gruyère work wonderfully as alternatives.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Optional; adds tang.
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1 large Egg For wash; whisk lightly before brushing.
  • 1 tablespoon Flour For dusting the work surface.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Pastry Brush
  • Knife or Pastry Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a floured surface, roll out the puff pastry to about 1/8 inch thick.
  3. Cut the pastry into four equal squares.
  4. On one half of each square, add a slice of chicken ham and a portion of cheddar cheese.
  5. Fold the other half over the filling to form a triangle and seal the edges with a fork.
  6. Brush the tops with whisked egg for a golden finish.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These pockets can be prepped in advance and frozen. Bake from frozen directly without thawing.

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