Ham and Cheese Croissants

Bakers of fine French pastries, avert your eyes! Look away! I mean it! These ham and cheese croissants aren't exactly traditional, but boy are they scrumptious. The star of them is puff pastry—the stuff you can find in the freezer section of most grocery stores. You won't believe how golden and buttery it bakes up in the oven, especially when it's brushed with egg wash and sprinkled with sesame seeds. The only thing better than the pastry is the ham, Dijon mustard, and cheese filling. 

I'm always looking for quick breakfast items to feed my kids when they're all home for the weekend and these are a guaranteed hit. They make a pretty spectacular after-school snack, too, if your precious pookie heads are still living under one roof. You could even have one for lunch with a cup of soup—think of it like a fancy ham and cheese sandwich! Just six ingredients and about 20 minutes of baking time, and these croissants are ready.

What kind of cheese goes in a ham and cheese croissant?

I use white cheddar in these because I love its sharpness, but you can switch it up with whatever type of cheese you like best. Swiss, gruyère, or even pepper jack would work great in these croissants.

What's the best way to reheat ham and cheese croissants?

Pop them in a 350-degree oven for about five minutes or the microwave for 20 seconds or so to warm them up. Leftover croissants can be wrapped tightly or put in an airtight container and stored in the fridge for up to one day.