Air fryer or oven, these probably won’t do you a bit of good, but they are delicious!
Here’s a quick and delicious recipe for Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry—crispy, golden, and filled with melty cheese and savory ham!
🧀 Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry
📝 Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 4–6 slices ham (cooked/deli)
- 4–6 slices cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella work well)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: Dijon mustard or cream cheese for spread
🔪 Instructions:
- Preheat air fryer to 180°C (350°F).
- Prepare pastry:
- Roll out puff pastry and cut into rectangles (about 6–8, depending on size).
- Optional: Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard or cream cheese on one side.
- Layer filling:
- Place 1 slice of ham and 1 slice of cheese on half the rectangles.
- Cover with another piece of pastry. Press edges with a fork to seal.
- Egg wash:
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Air fry:
- Place in the air fryer basket (leave space between each).
- Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool slightly and enjoy!
🧊 Storage Tip:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer at 160°C (320°F) for 2–3 minutes.