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Ham and Cheese Sourdough Croissant Loaf

A golden, flaky loaf combining buttery croissant layers with tangy sourdough, filled with melted cheese and savory ham.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup sourdough starter active
  • 0.25 cup milk room temperature
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 egg large
  • 1 cup unsalted butter cold, for lamination
Filling
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
  • 0.75 cup diced ham
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard optional
  • 1 egg for egg wash

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Rolling Pin
  • Loaf pan
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Feed and activate your sourdough starter until bubbly and doubled.
  2. Combine flour, sugar, salt, starter, milk, and egg to form dough.
  3. Chill the dough for 1 hour.
  4. Prepare a butter block and laminate the dough with 3 folds, chilling between each.
  5. Roll out dough, spread Dijon mustard, sprinkle cheese and ham.
  6. Roll tightly and place in loaf pan for final proof.
  7. Brush with egg wash and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40 minutes.
  8. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Perfect served warm with butter or alongside soup.