Name: Irresistible Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Hearts Recipe to Delight!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package of frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed; 1 cup diced ham; 1 cup shredded cheese; 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened; 1 egg (for egg wash); 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional); Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste; Flour, for dusting

Description

Savor delicious ham & cheese puff pastry hearts. Easy recipe for a delightful snack or appetizer perfect for any occasion. Discover the joy of baking!

Ingredients

Scale

1 package of frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed

1 cup diced ham

1 cup shredded cheese

1/4 cup cream cheese, softened

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Flour, for dusting

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Prepare your workspace by sprinkling flour on the counter.

Roll out the thawed pastry sheets to 1/8 inch thick and cut into heart shapes.

In a bowl, mix the diced ham, shredded cheese, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, and black pepper.

Place a spoonful of filling on half of the pastry hearts, then cover with the other half and crimp the edges to seal.

Brush the top with a beaten egg and arrange on a lined baking sheet.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

These delightful ham and cheese puff pastry hearts are perfect for romantic occasions, cozy get-togethers, or as an after-school snack. Easy to make and budget-friendly.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 24 hearts
Calories: 150
Sugar: 1 gram
Fat: 10 grams
Carbohydrates: 12 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Protein: 5 grams

Keywords: ham, cheese, puff pastry, hearts, appetizer, recipe