Introduction

Air fryer ham cheese croissants are a quick and delicious snack or breakfast option. Using pre-made croissant dough, this recipe delivers warm, melty, and flaky bites in minutes. Perfect for busy mornings or anytime cravings.

The image shows three golden-brown croissants with shiny, crispy layered crusts that have a slightly glossy finish, sitting on a white plate. Each croissant has visible layers of flaky pastry with a rich, toasted color ranging from light golden to a deeper brown. One croissant in the front is cut open, showing a creamy white melted cheese layer topped with shredded pink ham inside. Small green herb leaves are sprinkled on top of the croissants and scattered around the plate, adding a fresh touch. The background has a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 package (8 oz) pre-made croissant dough
4 oz sliced ham
1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Swiss)
1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Unroll the croissant dough on a clean surface and separate the triangles.
Step 3: Place slices of ham on each triangle, then top with shredded cheese.
Step 4: Roll from the wider end of the triangle towards the tip, tucking in the edges to seal.
Step 5: Brush each rolled croissant with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Step 6: Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
Step 7: Check doneness at 8 minutes; remove once crispy and let cool slightly before serving.

Tips & Variations

Try adding a little Dijon mustard or honey mustard under the ham for extra flavor.
Use different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
If you don’t have an air fryer, these can also be baked in a 375°F oven for about 12-15 minutes.

Storage

Store leftover croissants in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven at 300°F for a few minutes to regain crispiness.

How to Serve

Three golden brown croissants sit on a white plate, each cut open to show thick layers of melted cheese in pale yellow and slices of pink ham inside. The croissants have shiny, crispy, flaky outer layers with visible layers of pastry dough. Tiny green herb sprigs are placed on top and around the croissants for decoration. The white plate rests on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh croissant dough instead of pre-made?

Yes, fresh croissant dough works well, but keep an eye on cooking time as it may vary slightly.

What is the best cheese to use for these ham croissants?

A mix of cheddar and Swiss provides great flavor and meltability, but feel free to use your favorite cheeses.

Air Fryer Ham Cheese Croissants Recipe

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Delight in these warm, flaky Air Fryer Ham Cheese Croissants that are perfectly golden on the outside with savory ham and melty cheese on the inside. This quick and easy recipe uses pre-made croissant dough and combines the convenience of an air fryer to deliver a delicious breakfast or snack in under 15 minutes.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Total Time: 18-20 minutes
Yield: 8 croissants 1x
Category: Breakfast, Snack
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Croissant Dough

1 package (8 oz) pre-made croissant dough

Fillings

4 oz sliced ham
1 cup shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Swiss)

Egg Wash

1 egg (beaten)

Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat so it’s ready for perfectly baked croissants.
Prepare Dough: Unroll the pre-made croissant dough on a clean, flat surface and carefully separate the dough into individual triangles for easy filling and rolling.
Add Ham and Cheese: Place a slice or two of ham onto each dough triangle, then generously sprinkle shredded cheddar and Swiss cheese on top for gooey, savory filling.
Roll Croissants: Starting from the wider base of each triangle, roll the dough towards the pointed tip, folding in the edges as you go to securely seal the filling inside.
Apply Egg Wash: Brush each rolled croissant with the beaten egg to create a shiny, golden-brown crust once baked.
Air Fry: Place the croissants in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch, and cook for 8-10 minutes until they turn a beautiful golden brown and crisp.
Cool and Serve: Check the croissants at 8 minutes for doneness. Once cooked through and crisp, carefully remove them and let cool slightly before serving to enjoy warm.

Notes

Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and browning.
You can swap ham for turkey or add mustard for extra flavor.
If you prefer a softer crust, reduce air frying time by a minute or two.
Use cold croissant dough straight from the fridge for easier handling and rolling.
Serve with a side of fruit or a fresh salad to round out the meal.

Keywords: Air Fryer Croissants, Ham and Cheese Croissants, Quick Breakfast, Air Fryer Snack, Easy Croissant Recipe