Air fryer Ham and Cheese Puff Pastry

Ingredients (Makes 4 pastries)

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 4 slices ham
• 4 slices cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella cheese
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
• ½ tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning (optional)
• Sesame seeds or poppy seeds (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pastries

1. Roll out the puff pastry slightly if needed.
2. Cut it into 4 equal squares.
3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on each square (optional).
4. Place a slice of ham and a slice of cheese on one half of each square.
5. Fold the pastry over to form a rectangle or triangle.
6. Seal the edges with a fork.
7. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
8. Sprinkle with oregano or sesame seeds if desired.

2. Air Fry

1. Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F) for 3–5 minutes.
2. Place the pastries in the basket, leaving space between them.
3. Air fry at 180°C (350°F) for 10–12 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.

If making multiple batches, keep the cooked pastries on a wire rack to stay crisp.

Serving Suggestions

• Tomato soup
• Green salad
• Honey mustard or garlic aioli
• Ketchup or spicy mayo

Tips

• Chill the assembled pastries for 10 minutes before air frying for a flakier texture.
• Avoid overfilling to prevent the cheese from leaking out.
• If the tops brown too quickly, reduce the temperature to 170°C (340°F) for the last few minutes.
• Let the pastries rest for 2–3 minutes before serving, as the filling will be very hot.