Air Fryer Ham and Cheese Croissants

These air fryer ham and cheese croissants turn flaky and golden outside with melty cheese and savory ham inside. They are quick, easy, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a warm snack.

Quick Facts

  1. Prep Time: 10 minutes

  2. Cook Time: 5–7 minutes

  3. Total Time: 15–17 minutes

  4. Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 large all-butter croissants

  • 8 thin slices deli ham

  • 4 slices Swiss cheese or Gruyère cheese

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, optional

  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, optional

Directions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.

2. Slice each croissant horizontally, but do not cut all the way through.

3. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard inside each croissant if using.

4. Add 2 slices of ham and 1 slice of cheese to each croissant.

5. Close the croissants gently and brush the tops lightly with melted butter.

6. Place the croissants in the air fryer basket in a single layer.

7. Air fry for 5–7 minutes, or until the tops are golden and crisp and the cheese is melted.

8. Let them rest for 1–2 minutes before serving.

9. Garnish with a little fresh thyme if desired and serve warm.

PRINTABLE FIX PACK

Crispy Air Fryer Snack & Side Fix Pack

Make snack night easier with 12 quick, crispy air fryer snacks and sides — plus no-guess time/temp charts, dips, frozen-food upgrades, and soggy-to-crispy fixes.

Inside you’ll get:

1. 12 family-friendly air fryer snacks & sides
2. Printable time + temperature charts
3. Dips, crisping tips, and troubleshooting fixes
Launch price: $2.99 today • Instant PDF download

Get the Fix Pack

Notes / Tips

  • Use bakery-style butter croissants for the best flaky texture.

  • Do not overfill the croissants, or the cheese may leak too much during cooking.

  • If the tops brown too quickly, lower the temperature slightly or check them earlier.

  • Serve them warm for the best melty cheese center.

  • A thin layer of mustard adds flavor, but you can leave it out for a milder version.

Variations

  • Swap the Swiss cheese for cheddar, provolone, or mozzarella.

  • Use turkey instead of ham for a lighter version.

  • Add a few thin tomato slices for extra freshness.

  • Sprinkle a little black pepper or Italian seasoning inside for more flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 410

Fat: 24 g

Carbohydrates: 27 g

Protein: 19 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 5 g

Sodium: 780 mg

Looking for even more air fryer ideas?

Browse my Air Fryer Cookbook for Beginners on Amazon for more simple recipes, helpful tips, and everyday favorites.

VIEW ON AMAZON

SHARE

POST CATEGORY

Created with systeme.io