Description
Golden, flaky, and filled with gooey cheese and smoky ham, these Christmas Finger Foods are the ultimate festive appetizer. They come together in no time, look elegant, and taste absolutely divine—perfect for impressing your guests at any holiday gathering. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast bites, easy dinner appetizers, or fun food ideas for a party, these puff pastry treats deliver. Their irresistible crispiness and rich, melty center make them one of the best holiday snack and breakfast ideas you’ll ever try.
Ingredients
1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
100 g cooked ham, sliced or cubed
100 g cheese (cheddar or Gruyère)
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly cracked
1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
1. Thaw puff pastry according to package instructions, then roll it out gently on a floured surface.
2. Cut the pastry into 3-inch squares.
3. Place a slice of ham and a piece of cheese in the center of each square.
4. Fold the squares into triangles or rectangles and press the edges to seal.
5. Place pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with black pepper and chopped chives.
7. Chill the filled pastries in the fridge for 10 minutes.
8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
9. Bake for 15–20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
10. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Make sure puff pastry is cold but pliable for easier handling.
Chilling pastries before baking helps them keep their shape.
You can freeze the pastries either before or after baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 430
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 40
Keywords: Christmas finger food, puff pastry recipe, holiday appetizer, easy dinner, breakfast ideas