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A golden-brown puff pastry topped with a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg, melted cheese, and ham slices, plated elegantly on a white dish with fresh herbs, crispy edges, and a soft, gooey center, styled with a rustic background and natural lighting.

Decadent Puff Pastry Croque Madame Easy Brunch

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A flaky and savory puff pastry topped with ham, cheese, and a fried egg, offering a quick, stylish brunch option.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 slices ham
  • 1 cup grated Gruyère cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out puff pastry on parchment paper.
  2. Spread Dijon mustard over the pastry.
  3. Layer ham slices and grated cheese on top.
  4. Fold or fold over the pastry edges, crimping to seal.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and flaky.
  6. Fry eggs sunny side up in a skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Place baked pastry on plates, top with fried eggs, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Ensure the puff pastry is chilled before baking for maximum flakiness.
  • You can prepare the base ahead and finish with eggs just before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Baking, Frying
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian (without ham)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the dish
  • Calories: 380 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg