6 slices (approx. 100g) cheddar or mozzarella cheese
1 large egg
1 tablespoon cold water
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of sea salt (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Unroll the puff pastry sheet onto a lightly floured surface or directly onto the prepared baking sheet.
Step 2: Carefully lay half of the turkey turkey ham slices evenly over one half of the puff pastry sheet, leaving a small border around the edges. Top the turkey ham with half of the cheese slices, ensuring they are also within the border.
Step 3: Fold the empty half of the puff pastry over the layered fillings to create a sandwich. Gently press down around the edges to seal. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut the large pastry rectangle into 6-8 individual stacks (e.g., 3-4 rows by 2 columns). Transfer these stacks to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk the large egg with the 1 tablespoon of cold water to create an egg wash. Lightly brush the tops and sides of each puff pastry stack with the egg wash. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and an optional pinch of sea salt.
Step 5: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastry is beautifully puffed, golden brown, and irresistibly crispy.
Step 6: Allow the crispy turkey smoked turkey and cheese puff pastry stacks to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before serving. They are best enjoyed warm.
Notes
Keep any cooled leftover stacks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours, or refrigerate for up to 3 days; their crispy texture is best enjoyed fresh but can be revived.
To revive their signature crispness, reheat cooled stacks in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-8 minutes, or use an air fryer until warm and flaky again.
These savory stacks are perfect as a standalone snack, but they also shine alongside a fresh green salad or a small bowl of tangy tomato relish for dipping.
For perfectly sealed stacks and no cheesy escapes, press down firmly around all the edges after folding, and you can even crimp them lightly with a fork before brushing with egg wash.