Irresistiblemente Crujientes Torres de Hojaldre de Jamón y Queso
Delicious crispy towers of ham and cheese wrapped in flaky puff pastry, perfect for gatherings and cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian (if using plant-based cheese)
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 4 slices of ham
- 4 slices of cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: herbs for garnish (fresh parsley or thyme)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Flour your surface and roll out the puff pastry until it is about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut the pastry into squares that are about 4 inches wide.
- Layer a slice of ham on top of one square, followed by a slice of cheese.
- Top with another square of pastry and press down gently to seal.
- Repeat layering until all ingredients are used.
- Beat the egg and brush the mixture over the tops of each tower.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and any desired herbs on top.
- Arrange the towers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Freeze before baking and pop into the oven when ready to serve. Consider using an air fryer for quicker cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: puff pastry, ham and cheese, appetizer, party food, easy recipe