What Makes This Recipe Special
These puff-pastry roses are crispy on the outside, soft inside, filled with melted cheese and savory ham. They look impressive but are surprisingly easy to make, using just a few simple ingredients.
They’re perfect for:
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Breakfast or brunch
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Holiday gatherings
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Kids’ snacks
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Party appetizers
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Make-ahead finger food
🍽 Ingredients (Makes 10–12 Roses)
For the Roses:
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1 sheet puff pastry, thawed but still cold
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10–12 slices of thin deli ham
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1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella or gruyère cheese
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard (optional but recommended)
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1 egg (for egg wash)
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Freshly ground black pepper
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A pinch of dried oregano or Italian herbs (optional)
For Finishing:
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Fresh parsley (optional)
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Extra grated cheese (optional)
🔪 Instructions
1. Prepare the Puff Pastry
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Lightly flour your counter and gently roll out the puff pastry sheet into a rectangle.
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Using a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the dough vertically into 8–12 long strips (depending on how large you want the roses).
