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Ham Cheese & Spinach Puffs

Crispy Ham Cheese & Spinach Puffs for Effortless Brunch Joy

Delight in these Ham Cheese & Spinach Puffs, a perfect treat for brunch or appetizers that are quick and easy to make.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Puff Pastry
  • 1 package Puff Pastry Use store-bought pastry, thawed before use.
For the Bechamel Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; margarine may be used for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Can use gluten-free flour as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk works well for dairy-free.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh or sautéed; frozen spinach should be well-drained.
  • 1 cup Ham Can substitute with cooked chicken or turkey.
  • 1 cup Cheese Choose Gruyère or mozzarella; can substitute with dairy-free cheese.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 each Egg For egg wash; omit for a vegan option.

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the thawed puff pastry into 5-inch squares and place on a baking sheet. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, whisk in flour and salt until golden. Gradually add warm milk, stirring for about 7 minutes until thickened.
  3. Stir in spinach once the sauce has thickened, then mix in ham and half of the cheese.
  4. Scoop a spoonful of the filling onto each pastry square and fold corners over the filling.
  5. Whisk egg with cold water for egg wash and brush over the pastry tops.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes or until puffs are golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for brunch or as a finger food for gatherings; they can be frozen before baking for convenience.

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