Description
Insanely Easy Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry Pockets offer a delightful snack or quick meal option that combines flaky pastry with savory ham and melted cheese. Perfect for lunchboxes, parties, or late-night cravings, these pockets are simple to prepare and incredibly satisfying. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up a batch that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the thawed puff pastry on a floured surface into squares (6 inches by 6 inches).
- Place a generous spoonful of diced ham and a handful of shredded cheese in the center of each square.
- Fold the pastry over to form a triangle and seal the edges with your fingers or a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg