Easy Ham & Cheese Hand Pies with Puff Pastry
These easy ham and cheese hand pies are made with flaky puff pastry and filled with savory ham and ultra-melty cheese. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, they’re simple, comforting, and family-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 20 MINS
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: DINNER
- Method: BAKED
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Ingredients
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1 box puff pastry, thawed
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1½ cups diced ham
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1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or Gruyère)
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Freshly cracked black pepper
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Optional: pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Unroll puff pastry and cut each sheet into 4 equal squares.
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If using Dijon mustard, lightly spread a small amount in the center of each square.
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In a bowl, combine diced ham, shredded cheese, pepper, and optional seasonings.
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Spoon filling onto one half of each pastry square, leaving a border.
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Fold pastry over to form triangles and press edges with a fork to seal.
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Transfer to prepared baking sheet and brush tops with beaten egg.
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Bake for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
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Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
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These hand pies freeze well before baking. Bake straight from frozen, adding 3–5 minutes to the cooking time.
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For extra melty centers, use a mix of cheeses like cheddar and mozzarella.
Find it online: https://www.firsthomelovelife.com/easy-ham-and-cheese-hand-pies/