Air Fryer Ham Cheese Croissants
Indulge in the warm, flaky delight of Air Fryer Ham Cheese Croissants. This quick and easy recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet treat that’s perfect for brunch or an afternoon snack. With buttery croissant dough wrapped around rich ham and gooey cheese, these croissants are sure to impress family and friends. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make for a comforting bite that feels like a cozy hug, right from your air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (makes approximately 4 croissants) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (8 oz) croissant dough
- 4 oz deli ham, sliced
- 4 oz Swiss cheese or cheddar cheese, sliced
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp water
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the croissant dough and cut it into triangles.
- Layer each triangle with a slice of ham followed by a slice of cheese.
- Roll the triangles from the wide end to the pointy end to form croissants.
- Whisk together the egg and water; brush over each croissant for a golden finish.
- Place in the air fryer basket without overcrowding and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croissant (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Add flavor by sprinkling herbs like oregano or basil inside before rolling. - Substitute turkey for ham or use different cheeses such as pepper jack for variety. - Ensure leftover ham is slightly warmed before adding it to enhance flavor.