Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants

Ingredients:

• 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent rolls
• 8 slices deli ham
• 8 slices Swiss cheese (or your favorite cheese)
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

2. Prepare the Croissants:

• Unroll the crescent dough: Open the can of crescent rolls and unroll the dough onto a clean surface. Separate the dough into individual triangles along the perforations.

3. Assemble the Croissants:

• Add the ham and cheese: On each triangle of dough, place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese. You can fold the ham and cheese to fit if necessary.
• Roll them up: Starting from the wide end, carefully roll each triangle up into a croissant shape.

4. Bake the Croissants:

• Brush with butter: Place the assembled croissants on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and, if desired, sprinkle with garlic powder and dried parsley for extra flavor.
• Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the croissants are golden brown and the cheese is melted.

5. Serve:

• Once baked, let the croissants cool for a minute or two. Serve them warm and enjoy!

Tips:

• For a twist: Try using other types of cheese like cheddar, provolone, or gouda for a different flavor profile.
• Make it more flavorful: Add a little Dijon mustard or honey mustard to the inside of the croissant before rolling it up for an extra zing.
• Make-ahead: These croissants can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to a day before baking, making them great for meal prep!

These Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are super easy to make and are always a hit. They’re warm, cheesy, and full of savory goodness! Would you like more variations or other ideas to go with them?