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Golden puff pastry topped with a perfectly cooked sunny-side-up egg, melted cheese, slices of ham, and a drizzle of creamy hollandaise sauce, styled on a rustic wooden board with fresh herbs and a fork.

Delicious Puff Pastry Croque Madame with Creamy Hollandaise

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A savory puff pastry filled with ham and cheese, topped with a perfectly baked egg and rich hollandaise sauce. Elegant, easy, and perfect for special mornings.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • 4 slices ham
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup hollandaise sauce
  • 1 egg yolk (for brushing)
  • Fresh chives (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out puff pastry and cut into four rectangles. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
  2. Bake pastry for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  3. Arrange ham slices over baked pastry, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for another 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, prepare hollandaise sauce if homemade or warm store-bought.
  5. Remove pastry from oven, make small indentations in the center of each, and carefully crack an egg into each hole.
  6. Bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until eggs are cooked to your preferred runny consistency.
  7. Top with hollandaise sauce, garnish with chives, and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Ensure puff pastry is thawed to prevent tearing.
  • Adjust baking time based on egg doneness preference.
  • Use high-quality hollandaise for best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Method: Baking, assembling
  • Cuisine: French-inspired
  • Diet: Egg-based, contains dairy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 460 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg