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Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants: Irresistibly Simple Recipe

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Baked ham and cheese croissants offer a heavenly combination of flaky pastry and savory ham. Perfect for a simple brunch food or breakfast for a crowd, this easy baked croissant sandwich makes a great fall brunch savory option or guest breakfast idea.

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 12 croissants halved horizontally
  • 1 pound thinly sliced smoked deli ham
  • 12 slices Swiss cheese diagonally sliced
  • 1 large egg white
  • 2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  2. Lightly oil a 9 x 13 baking dish or coat with nonstick spray.
  3. In a small bowl, combine butter, Dijon mustard, green onions, and honey; season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread butter mixture on each side of the croissants; fill with ham and cheese to make 12 sandwiches.
  5. Place croissants in a single layer onto the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together egg white and 1 tablespoon water.
  7. Brush tops of croissants with egg white mixture; sprinkle with poppy seeds.
  8. Place into oven and bake until golden brown and toasted, about 15-18 minutes.
  9. Let stand 5 minutes and serve warm.

Notes

  • For crisp tops, broil 2–3 minutes at the end

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