Gluten-Free Croissant au Jambon

Indulge in the buttery, flaky delight of Gluten-Free Croissant au Jambon, a luxurious twist on the classic French ham and cheese croissant, crafted to accommodate gluten-free diets. This elegant recipe combines golden, laminated layers of gluten-free dough with rich, savory slices of ham and melty Gruyère cheese to create a satisfying treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a refined snack. With a touch of xanthan gum and a meticulous folding process, these croissants achieve the signature flakiness typically missed in gluten-free pastries. Finished with an egg wash for a beautifully golden crust, these croissants deliver both visual appeal and mouthwatering flavor. Whether served warm from the oven or as part of a charcuterie-style spread, Gluten-Free Croissant au Jambon is a delicious way to elevate your gluten-free baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 250 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 200 grams Unsalted butter (cold)
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 150 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 unit Large egg
• 8 slices Ham slices
• 100 grams Gruyère cheese
• 1 unit Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp water)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Warm the milk to lukewarm and add it to the dry ingredients, mixing well to form a dough.

Step 3

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

Step 4

Place the cold butter between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it into a rectangular sheet about 6x8 inches.

Step 5

Refrigerate the butter slab until firm.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface into a 16x10 inch rectangle.

Step 7

Place the butter slab on one half of the dough, then fold the other half over the butter and seal the edges.

Step 8

Roll out the dough again into a 20x10 inch rectangle.

Step 9

Fold the dough into thirds, turn it 90 degrees, and roll it out again.

Step 10

Repeat the fold and roll process two more times, then wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 12

On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 24x12 inch rectangle.

Step 13

Cut the dough into 8 triangles.

Step 14

Place a slice of ham and a sprinkling of Gruyère cheese at the wide end of each triangle.

Step 15

Roll the triangles from the wide end to the tip, then place on the baking sheet, seam side down.

Step 16

Brush the croissants with egg wash to give them a golden shine while baking.

Step 17

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and flaky.

Step 18

Allow to cool slightly before serving warm. Enjoy your Gluten-Free Croissant au Jambon!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1073.5 grams (1073.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3490

Total Fat 229.10g	294%
Saturated Fat 133.70g	669%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 1065mg	355%
Sodium 6254mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 261.60g	95%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 38.40g
Protein 100.60g	201%

Vitamin D 273IU	1364%
Calcium 1341mg	103%
Iron 6mg	34%
Potassium 985mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 29.8%