Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Pie

This extra juicy ham and cheese pie, made with flaky puff pastry and a creamy filling, is the ultimate comfort food for any occasion. The “surprise ingredient” keeps the filling moist and flavorful, making every bite irresistible. Perfect for brunch, parties, or as a main dish, this pie blends the savory richness of cheeses and cold cuts with the crispy, golden layers of puff pastry.

Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry Pie

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: SidesCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

45

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

5

minutes

Golden puff pastry filled with ham, cheese, bacon, and a creamy surprise ingredient for an extra juicy and flavorful pie.

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Ingredients

Metric US

• 700 g 700 Puff Pastry (1 package)

• 200 g 200 Cream Cheese

• 40 g 40 Milk

• 200 g 200 Ham (or turkey) diced

• 200 g 200 Bacon, diced

• 200 g 200 Gouda cheese, grated

• 200 g 200 Mozzarella cheese, grated

• 1 1 Egg

• Sesame Seeds

How to make the Pie

• Cut the ham (or turkey) and bacon into small cubes.
• In a bowl, mix cream cheese with 20 g (1 tbsp + 1 tsp) milk.
• Place one puff pastry sheet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
• Spread the cream cheese mixture over it, leaving a border around the edges.
• Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese (gouda & mozzarella) over the cream cheese.
• Add the ham and bacon, a bit of pepper, then cover with the remaining cheese.
• Roll out the second puff pastry sheet slightly and place it on top.
• Seal the edges by pressing with a fork and tuck them underneath.
• Press lightly to spread the filling evenly.
• Score the top into pieces without cutting all the way through.
• Beat the egg with 20 g (1 tbsp + 1 tsp) milk and brush over the pie.
• Make a small hole in each piece, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and bake at 180°C (355°F) for 40–50 minutes until golden.

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Ham and cheese pie is a beloved savory classic in many kitchens, and this version takes it to the next level. By adding the surprise ingredient — cream cheese — the filling becomes incredibly moist, rich, and flavorful.

The puff pastry bakes to a beautiful golden crisp on the outside while staying soft inside, perfectly enveloping a blend of mozzarella, gouda, ham, and bacon. This recipe is surprisingly easy to prepare, even for beginner cooks, and makes a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings, potlucks, or family dinners.

Serve it warm or slightly cooled, paired with a fresh salad or enjoyed on its own as a filling snack.