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Panera Ham and Swiss Souffle Recipe (Copycat)

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This Panera ham and Swiss souffle copycat is flaky, cheesy, and ready in 30 minutes. Better than the discontinued original because you control the ingredients. Batch-friendly and freezer-ready.

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen (about 8–9 oz)
  • 4 large eggs
  • ½ cup half-and-half (or whole milk for lighter texture)
  • ½ tsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup cooked ham, finely diced
  • ¾ cup cup shredded Swiss cheese (reserve ¼ cup for topping)
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)
  • Butter or nonstick spray (for greasing ramekins)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease four 8-oz ramekins with butter or spray.
  2. Roll puff pastry slightly thinner. Cut into 4 squares and press into each ramekin, letting corners overhang.
  3. In a bowl, whisk eggs, half-and-half, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  4. Stir in ham, ½ cup Swiss cheese, Parmesan, and green onions.
  5. Divide mixture evenly among ramekins. Top with reserved Swiss cheese. Fold pastry corners inward.
  6. Place ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 25–28 minutes, until puff pastry is golden and the center is just set.
  7. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Make ahead: Refrigerate up to 3 days or freeze up to 1 month for best results. If freezing, note that the custard won’t be quite as silky as fresh. Reheat in oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes or Air Fryer for ~10 minutes (not microwave) for best texture.
Variations: Swap in sautéed spinach and mushrooms, turkey and cheddar, or make mini soufflés in a muffin tin.
Tip: Don’t overbake — a slight jiggle in the center means it will stay creamy. Use quality ham for best flavor.

Find it online: https://reachwellth.com/panera-ham-and-swiss-souffle/