🔥 Description
Golden, flaky puff pastry stuffed with melted cheese and savory ham — crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside. Perfect snack, breakfast, or quick lunch idea.
⏱️ Time & Servings
Prep Time: 10 min
Cooking Time: 20 min
Total Time: 30 min
Servings: 6 pockets
🍽️ Nutrition (per pocket)
Calories: ~260 kcal
Protein: 10g
Carbs: 18g
Fat: 16g
🛒 Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
6 slices ham
6 slices cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp milk
1 tsp mustard (optional for flavor)
Black pepper (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven to 200°C (390°F).
Roll out puff pastry slightly and cut into 6 equal squares.
Spread a little mustard on each square (optional).
Add ham and cheese in the center of each square.
Fold into triangles or rectangles and seal edges with a fork.
Mix egg + milk and brush over each pocket for golden color.
Bake for 18–20 minutes until puffed and golden.
Let cool slightly before serving (cheese will be hot!).
💡 Pro Tips
Don’t overfill or they may leak while baking
Use sharp cheddar for stronger flavor 🧀
Add a pinch of garlic powder for extra taste
