Savory Ham and Swiss Crescent Pockets
Indulge in these delicious Savory Ham and Swiss Crescent Pockets, perfect for a quick lunch or a tasty snack! This delightful recipe elevates simple ingredients into a crispy and melty hand-held treat. With the flaky layers of crescent dough enveloping savory cooked ham and creamy Swiss cheese, every bite is a burst of flavor. Ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying as a personal treat, these pockets are easy to prepare and guaranteed to please. Serve them warm for the best experience!
2
Servings
N/A
Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cooked ham
4 slices (thinly sliced)
Swiss cheese
4 slices (thinly sliced)
Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls
1 (8 ounce) can (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Open the can of crescent rolls and separate the dough into 4 rectangles. Firmly press the perforations to seal each rectangle to create a continuous piece of dough.
3
On an ungreased cookie sheet, gently press or roll each rectangle into a 7 x 5-inch shape.
4
Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on top of each rectangle.
5
Fold the dough over the ham and cheese filling, creating a pocket, and press the edges firmly to seal, ensuring the filling is enclosed.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes or until the pockets are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
7
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Savory Ham and Swiss Crescent Pockets?
They are a delicious hand-held treat made with flaky crescent dough, cooked ham, and melty Swiss cheese.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
This recipe requires 3 main ingredients: ham, Swiss cheese, and refrigerated crescent rolls.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe yields 2 servings.
How long do the pockets need to bake?
The pockets should bake for 10 to 13 minutes.
Should I grease the cookie sheet?
No, the recipe specifies using an ungreased cookie sheet.
What type of dough is used?
The recipe uses one 8-ounce can of Pillsbury Refrigerated Crescent Dinner Rolls.
How do I prepare the dough rectangles?
Separate the dough into 4 rectangles and firmly press the perforations to seal them.
What size should the dough rectangles be rolled into?
Each rectangle should be pressed or rolled into a 7 x 5-inch shape.
How much ham is needed?
You will need 4 slices of thinly sliced cooked ham.
How much Swiss cheese is needed?
You will need 4 slices of thinly sliced Swiss cheese.
How do I assemble the filling?
Place one slice of ham and one slice of Swiss cheese on top of each dough rectangle.
How do I seal the pockets?
Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges firmly to ensure the ham and cheese are enclosed.
What is the finished appearance of the pockets?
The pockets should be golden brown and the cheese should be melted.
Should the pockets be served immediately?
Let them cool slightly after removing from the oven and serve them warm.
Is this recipe good for a quick lunch?
Yes, it is designed to be a quick lunch or a tasty snack.
Can I share these with friends?
Yes, these pockets are ideal for sharing or enjoying as a personal treat.
What is the preparation for the Swiss cheese?
The Swiss cheese should be thinly sliced.
What is the preparation for the ham?
The ham should be cooked and thinly sliced.
What is the total ingredient count?
There are 3 ingredients listed for this recipe.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe.
What category does this recipe fall into?
It falls into the Lunch and Snacks category.
What is the texture of the finished pocket?
The pocket has flaky layers of crescent dough and a melty center.
How many slices of ham go into each pocket?
One slice of ham is placed in each of the four dough rectangles.
How many slices of cheese go into each pocket?
One slice of Swiss cheese is placed in each of the four dough rectangles.
Is this considered comfort food?
Yes, it is tagged as comfort food.
What is the weight of the crescent roll can?
The recipe calls for one 8-ounce can.
Are the crescent rolls refrigerated?
Yes, you use refrigerated crescent dinner rolls.
Do I need to roll the dough?
You can either gently press or roll the dough into the required shape.
Can I use leftover ham?
Yes, as long as it is cooked and can be thinly sliced, leftover ham works well.