Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry

Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry

Ingredients (4–6 pastries)

• 1 sheet puff pastry (if frozen, thaw it first)
• 4–6 slices ham
• 4–6 slices cheese (cheddar, Swiss, mozzarella, or gruyère)
• 1 egg (for brushing)
• 1 tablespoon milk or water
• Optional: mustard, black pepper, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds

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Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer
   • Turn the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F for 3–5 minutes.
2. Prepare the puff pastry
   • Roll the puff pastry lightly on a flat surface.
   • Cut it into rectangles or squares. The size depends on your air fryer basket.
3. Make the pastries
   • Optional: spread a thin layer of mustard on each piece.
   • Place a slice of ham on one half of the pastry, then add cheese.
   • Fold the pastry over and press the edges with a fork to close it.
4. Add egg wash
   • Mix the egg with milk or water.
   • Brush the top of each pastry with this mixture.
   • Sprinkle seeds if you like.
5. Air fry the pastries
   • Place them in a single layer in the basket. Don’t crowd them.
   • Cook at 180°C / 350°F for 10–12 minutes until puffed and golden.
   • Flip halfway if needed for even color.
6. Cool and serve
   • Let the pastries rest for 2–3 minutes.
   • Serve warm.

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Tips & Tricks

• Keep puff pastry cold until you are ready to use it for best puff.
• Don’t put too much filling, or cheese may spill.
• If the pastries brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil.

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Air Fryer Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry

Description:
Quick and easy Ham & Cheese Puff Pastries made in the air fryer. Flaky, golden, and perfect for snacks or lunch.

Duration:
Prep: 5 min | Cook: 10–12 min | Total: 15–17 min

Ingredients (4–6 pastries):

• 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
• 4–6 slices ham
• 4–6 slices cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp milk or water
• Optional: mustard, black pepper, sesame seeds, poppy seeds

Instructions:

1. Preheat air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
2. Roll out puff pastry and cut into rectangles/squares.
3. (Optional) Spread mustard, add ham and cheese. Fold and seal edges.
4. Brush with egg + milk mix. Sprinkle seeds if desired.
5. Air fry for 10–12 min until golden. Flip if needed.
6. Cool 2–3 min and serve warm.

Notes:

• Keep puff pastry cold until use.
• Don’t overfill to avoid cheese leakage.
• Cover with foil if browning too fast.