Ham and Cheese Croissant with Honey Mustard Glaze

 

4 croissants

8 slices good-quality ham

8 slices Leerdammer cheese

½ tbsp Dijon Mustard

1 tbsp honey

½ tbsp brown sugar

1 tsp Poppy seeds

 

Preheat the oven to 190C/375F. Slice the croissants in half lengthways. Place a slice of cheese on the base of the croissants, followed by two slices of ham and another slice of cheese.

Place the croissants on a baking tray. Mix the mustard, honey and brown sugar together and brush on top of the croissants. Sprinkle with poppy seeds and place in the oven for 6-7 minutes to heat through. Serve immediately.  To Make Ahead:  Yes, slice and fill the croissants, then place in an airtight container (or on a well-covered tray). Make the honey mustard glaze up and then cover and refrigerate that too. Take the glaze out of the fridge about 1 hour before you want to cook the croissants – so it can come up to room temperature. Transfer the croissants to a tray, then brush with the glaze and sprinkle on the poppy seeds. Cook for 6-7 minutes at 190C/375F.

You can also make the whole croissants ahead and cook them. Then cool, cover and refrigerate. They’re a little dryer this way, and the glaze won’t be as sticky, but they’re still delicious. Reheat by placing in the oven for 5 minutes at 190C/375F – until piping hot throughout.

Or you can reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes until piping hot throughout. However, microwaving them means the croissants won’t be as crisp on the outside