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A golden-brown puff pastry topped with a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg, melted cheese, and ham, garnished with fresh herbs, styled on a rustic wooden board with a vibrant background showcasing the crispy textures and cheesy gooeyness.

Decadent Puff Pastry Croque Madame Easy Brunch

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A deliciously flaky puff pastry topped with cheese, ham, and a soft boiled egg for a decadent brunch treat.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
  • 4 slices ham
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over the pastry.
  4. Layer ham slices evenly over the pastry.
  5. Sprinkle grated cheese over ham.
  6. Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden.
  7. While baking, soft-boil eggs for 6-7 minutes, then peel and set aside.
  8. Remove pastry from oven and top each section with a soft-boiled egg.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can prepare the pastry and toppings ahead, just add eggs before serving.
  • Replace ham with roasted vegetables for a vegetarian version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Bake, assemble
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian option optional

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 410 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg