Low Carb Ham and Cheese Croissant
Indulge in the irresistible flakiness of a *Low Carb Ham and Cheese Croissant*—a guilt-free twist on a classic pastry! This keto-friendly recipe replaces traditional dough with a creative blend of almond flour, mozzarella, and cream cheese, delivering a buttery, golden crust that's perfect for low carb diets. Each croissant is stuffed with savory deli ham and gooey cheddar cheese, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience that's ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a satisfying snack. Ready in just 40 minutes, these homemade delights are brushed with melted butter, sprinkled with optional sesame seeds, and baked to golden perfection. Perfectly flaky, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious, these croissants prove that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor while staying low carb!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 unit egg, large
- 8 slices deli ham, thinly sliced
- 4 slices cheddar cheese, sliced
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine shredded mozzarella cheese and cream cheese. Microwave for 1 minute, then stir until well combined and smooth.
Add almond flour, baking powder, and the egg to the melted cheese mixture. Stir until the dough forms and is thoroughly mixed.
Place the dough between two pieces of parchment paper. Roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick using a rolling pin.
Cut the dough into 8 triangles, similar to how you would cut for croissants.
Place one slice of ham and half a slice of cheddar cheese onto each triangle.
Starting at the wider end, roll the dough towards the pointed end to form a croissant shape.
Place the rolled croissants onto the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each croissant with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds if using.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
Allow the croissants to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.4 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.7 g | 394% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 690 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 5312 mg | 231% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 174.8 g | 350% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2586 mg | 199% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1349 mg | 29% | |
*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.
