Croque Monsieur Puffs
Transform your appetizer game with these irresistible Croque Monsieur Puffs—a decadent twist on the French classic. Flaky puff pastry surrounds a luscious filling of creamy béchamel, melty Gruyère cheese, and savory chopped ham, creating bite-sized delights that are both elegant and indulgent. A golden egg wash and a final sprinkle of Gruyère ensure a crisp, cheesy crust that’s sure to impress. Perfect for parties, brunches, or anytime snacking, these warm, buttery pastries are ready in under an hour and will surely steal the show at your table. Serve them fresh from the oven for maximum flavor and crunch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 sheets Puff pastry sheets
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1.5 cups Gruyère cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cooked ham, finely chopped
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the puff pastry sheets to approximately 1/8-inch thickness. Cut each sheet into 12 equal 3x3-inch squares and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the milk while whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook the mixture over medium heat until it thickens into a smooth béchamel sauce, about 3-4 minutes.
Season the béchamel with salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of the shredded Gruyère cheese until melted and smooth.
Add the chopped ham to the béchamel mixture and stir to combine. Let the mixture cool slightly.
Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the ham and cheese filling onto the center of each puff pastry square. Fold opposing corners of each square toward the center and press gently to seal.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the surface of each pastry with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Gruyère over the pastries.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and the cheese on top is bubbling.
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these buttery, cheesy Croque Monsieur Puffs warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.0 g | 182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.2 g | 321% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 613 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 6004 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.2 g | ||
| Protein | 120.9 g | 242% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 1984 mg | 153% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1274 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
