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!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Add the chopped ham to the béchamel mixture and stir to combine. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Gruyère over the pastries.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and the cheese on top is bubbling.

Step 11

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy these buttery, cheesy Croque Monsieur Puffs warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(865.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2066.4

Total Fat 142.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 612.7mg	0%
Sodium 6004.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 120.9g	0%

Vitamin D 201.6IU	0%
Calcium 1984.5mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1274.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.3%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 15.5%