Ham and Cheese Croissant
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Ham and Cheese Croissant
Description
The recipe begins by slicing fresh croissants lengthwise and spreading a mixture of honey and Dijon mustard on the bottom halves, providing a sweet and mildly sharp foundation. Layers of thinly sliced ham and cheese follow, accompanied by fresh spinach leaves for a mild, leafy contrast. Baking at a moderate oven temperature for a short time melts the cheese and slightly wilts the spinach while warming the ham and sealing flavors.
The final result is a golden croissant with a soft interior and melted filling that combines savory ham with the creamy tang of cheese and a hint of sweetness and mustard spice. The spinach adds freshness and texture. Variations include replacing the honey-mustard spread with garlic and herb butter for a garlicky note or using wholegrain mustard for a stronger pungency. Sprinkling seeds on top before baking adds extra textural interest.
These sandwiches make a convenient breakfast, lunch, or snack, particularly when warm and freshly baked.
Ingredients
- 2 Croissant
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 30 g ham sliced
- 60 g cheese slices
- 40 g spinach
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C(fan)/375°F/Gas 5.
- Mix together 1 teaspoon Honey and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Using a sharp, serrated knife, slice 2 Croissant in half lengthways. Spread the honey/mustard over the bottom section of the croissant.
- Fill the croissants with 30 g Sliced ham, 60 g Cheese slices and 40 g Spinach.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes.
Notes
- Replace honey and mustard spread with garlic and herb butter for a garlicky flavor.
- Use wholegrain mustard instead of Dijon for a stronger mustard taste.
- Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning or poppy seeds on top before baking for added texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 390 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 390kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 16g | 32% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 752mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 269mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 2565IU | 51% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 270mg | 27% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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