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Crispy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Stacks

Flaky, golden puff pastry layered with savory ham and melted Swiss cheese, finished with a glossy egg wash and fresh chives. An easy yet elegant appetizer or lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 stacks
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Components
  • 2 sheets puff pastry thawed
  • 12-16 slices deli ham Black Forest or Honey Ham
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyere
  • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
Glaze & Garnish
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives chopped
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Pizza cutter or sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Unfold thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface. Cut each sheet into 8 equal rectangles (16 total).
  3. Place 8 rectangles on the baking sheets spaced 2 inches apart.
  4. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on the center of each base rectangle.
  5. Fold ham slices and place on top of the mustard, followed by a slice of Swiss cheese.
  6. Top with the remaining 8 pastry rectangles. You can leave edges open for a stack or press lightly to adhere.
  7. Whisk the egg and water together. Brush the tops of the pastry generously with the egg wash.
  8. Sprinkle tops with sea salt and black pepper.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until puffed high and deeply golden brown.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh chives, and serve warm.

Notes

Keep pastry cold until baking for best rise.