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Crispy, golden puff pastry packed with creamy ham and cheese goodness, these are hard to stop at just one of these Cheesy Ham Pockets!
Thought these were store-bought? Nope. Cheesy Ham Pockets you can whip up in 20 minutes.
If you love quick snacks that taste like they took hours to make, these cheesy ham pockets are your new best friend. They’re crispy on the outside, creamy and savory on the inside, and loaded with ham, cheese, and flavor-packed extras like capers and sun-dried tomatoes. Just mix, fill, fold, and bake. That’s it.
Why You’ll Love Them:
- Fast to make with store-bought puff pastry
- Great way to use leftover ham
- Perfect for lunchboxes, parties, or anytime snacks
- Easy to freeze and reheat later
- Endless filling options if you want to switch it up
One bite and you’ll see why these never last long on the table.
Not just another puff pastry snack. Cheesy Ham Pockets are hiding something irresistible inside.
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Cheesy Ham Pockets
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Appetizers and Snacks
- Method: Easy
Description
These Cheesy Ham Pockets are loaded with flavor and gone in minutes. Think creamy cheese, smoky ham, and flaky puff pastry.
Ingredients
- 200g chopped ham
- 3/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp capers, or 50g sun-dried tomatoes, or use both
- 90g herb and garlic cream cheese
- 400g puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten (add a splash of milk if you like)
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix the ham, cheddar, capers/sun-dried tomatoes, and cream cheese in a bowl.
- Roll out the pastry and cut out circles about 5 inches wide.
- Place a spoonful of the ham mix in the middle of each circle.
- Close each one into a pocket and press the edges well.
- Flip them so the seam is on the bottom.
- Brush with egg and pop them onto the tray.
- Bake for around 15 minutes, or until they’re puffed up and golden brown.
Why you will enjoy these snacks:
Hot, cheesy, and full of flavor, these little pockets are perfect for parties, snacks, or lunchboxes. Try not to eat them all straight from the oven!
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Esme from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes
Cravings hit hard once these Cheesy Ham Pockets come out golden and melty.
Anyone who loves quick, savory snacks will enjoy these Cheesy Ham Pockets. The crisp pastry and creamy filling come together fast with just a handful of ingredients. Perfect for using up leftovers and ready in under 30 minutes.
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