Sweets for breakfast isn’t always as amazing as it sounds. Sometimes you need a little something savory to start the day, which is why we’re giving you this delicious variation on a ham and cheese croissant – it stepped up its game with prosciutto. Recipe and image via Alexandra Cooks.
Ingredients:
1/4 cup warm water
1/2 cup milk at room temperature
1 large egg at room temperature
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 package rapid rise yeast or 1 tablespoon fresh yeast
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, cold, cut into thin slices
8 to 16 thin slices prosciutto di Parma or smoked ham (depending on how many croissants you are making)
Gruyère or similar cheese, about 1/2 oz per croissant (I used 4 oz. total), cut into matchstick-sized pieces
Egg wash:
1 egg beaten with 2 tablespoons of milk
For preparation instructions, click here.
