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Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Turnovers

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Hand pies stuffed with ham, eggs and cheese are a fun and easy breakfast or brunch main course.  They come together quickly and the filling can be easily changed to match your tastes.

golden brown ham egg and cheese hand pie on plate.

Savory flaky turnovers stuffed with eggs, cheese and ham are a perfect breakfast dish.  Using refrigerated puff pastry, they come together really quickly and they make a statement.  They are deliciously flaky and perfect for brunch!

It is definitely brunch season.  With Easter and Mother’s Day barreling towards us it is a perfect time to dust off all of our favorite breakfast and brunch recipes.

Of course it is also a great time to come up with new favorites! 

puff pastry, scrambled eggs and cheese ready to be folded into pockets and baked.

I have raved about their puff pastry before.  It is really easy to use because it is refrigerated instead of frozen.

So you don’t have to think ahead to pull it out to thaw.  Plus it is rolled up in parchment paper, so all you have to do is unroll and go! It really couldn’t get any easier.

folding puff pastry squares around ham egg and cheese filling to make flaky hand pies.

(They also make a variety of pizza crusts, flat breads, pie crusts and more. They are in the refrigerated section near the cans of biscuit dough and cinnamon rolls etc.)

Of course my brain automatically went straight to doing something sweet.  Perhaps a braid with some cream cheese and fruit or something.

However I did a quick survey of my top fans on Facebook and found out that they were hoping for savory puff pastry recipes.  So of course, that is what I did!

Little Dude brushing hand pies with egg yolk wash and topping with cheese.

Just start off by making some just barely set scrambled eggs.  They are going to get more cook time in the oven, so you want them to just be cooked enough to hold together.

Add some of your favorite cheese to the mix. I used a really yummy sharp white cheddar, but you can use whatever strikes your fancy.

Some ham adds that salty savory flavor and a nice texture too.  You could very easily toss in some of your favorite veggies as well.

tray of breakfast hand pies fresh from the oven with package of wewalka puff pastry.

I would just cook them a bit first to cut the moisture content. You don’t want to end up with a soggy bottom!

Arrange your ingredients in the center of your puff pastry and fold them up.  It really doesn’t get much simpler.

ham egg and cheese hand pie with scallions on top and a bowl of yogurt with peaches and granola in the background.

Place your hand pies on a baking sheet lined with the parchment provided in the package and you are almost ready to go!  Just give them a quick wash with egg yolk to help them get that super golden color and sprinkle with a bit more cheese.

After about 18 minutes in the oven, breakfast is served.  It is flaky, cheesy and oh so good!

More fun recipes using puff pastry:

  • Swiss and Asparagus Tart is a perfect spring appetizer and something we have served at our Easter open house several times.  It works both on a brunch spread or as an evening appetizer.  I’d even take a slice with a salad for lunch! 
  • Apple Cheddar Pinwheels are a savory apple appetizer that are loaded with cheese and thyme. 
  • Eggs Benedict Tarts are a fun way to elevate the brunch classic. It is hard to go wrong with adding flaky layers! 

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golden brown ham egg and cheese hand pie on plate.

Ham Egg and Cheese Breakfast Turnovers

Carlee
Hand pies stuffed with ham, eggs and cheese are a fun and easy breakfast or brunch main course.  They come together quickly and the filling can be easily changed to match your tastes.
4.50 from 8 ratings
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Eggs
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 465 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • ¼ cup chopped ham or canadian bacon
  • 4 eggs divided
  • 1 Tablespoon sour cream
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup grated cheddar or your favorite cheese
  • 13 ounce puff pastry cold
  • Chopped green onions optional

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • In a medium skillet cook ham over medium  heat until it is fragrant and lightly browned. 
    ¼ cup chopped ham or canadian bacon
  • Whisk together 3 eggs plus one egg white and sour cream. Reserve the extra egg yolk for later.
    4 eggs, 1 Tablespoon sour cream
  • Pour eggs into skillet with ham and season with salt and pepper.  Cook until just barely set and remove from heat.
    ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Cut cold puff pastry into 6 squares and place on parchment lined baking sheet.  Top with ⅙ of the egg and ham mixture and a couple of teaspoons of cheese. Sprinkle with chopped green onion if desired.
    ½ cup grated cheddar or your favorite cheese, 13 ounce puff pastry, Chopped green onions
  • Fold the corners of the puff pastry over the egg mixture and pinch them together to seal. 
  • Mix the egg yolk with a Tablespoon of water and brush over pastry. Sprinkle with a little additional cheese. 
  • Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden and flaky. Serve immediately. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 14gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 23gCholesterol: 144mgSodium: 471mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1g
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Sandy

Saturday 10th of April 2021

Wow. Looks so good. I have yet to use puff pastry but would be more likely to use it out of the refrigerator than the freezer. Fun breakfast!

Carlee

Saturday 10th of April 2021

It makes things much easier!

Carlee

Wednesday 8th of May 2019

Thank you so much!

Margaret

Monday 15th of April 2019

These looks amazing! I am always looking for puff pastry ideas. I am from Central Illinois- just a few hours away from you! I enjoy your site.

Carlee

Wednesday 8th of May 2019

How fun and hello there neighbor! Thank you so much!

Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies

Monday 15th of April 2019

What a perfect presentation. I would love to see these on my plate!

Carlee

Wednesday 8th of May 2019

Fun and easy, a perfect combination!

Stephanie

Friday 12th of April 2019

These are going my Easter menu!

Carlee

Wednesday 8th of May 2019

YAY! I hope you love them!