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Grilled Ham and Cheese Hot Cross Buns

Grilled Ham and Cheese Hot Cross Buns

By M&S FoodPublished on 01 April 2026We love hot cross buns in any form and cannot get enough of this Croque Monseiur inspired verison from M&S. Ready in under 20 mins these are a great way to sit back and get the kids involved. Serve for breakfast, brunch or lunch, these are sure to be a winner.
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Time and servings

17 minsTotal time
4Servings
5 minsPrep time
12 minsCooking time

Ingredients

  • Butter, for greasing
  • 4 M&S extremely cheesy hot cross buns, halved
  • 4 slices M&S Collection Outdoor Bred Dry Cured Roasted Ham
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, optional
  • 100g M&S Swiss Le Gruyère, grated
  • 1 x 200g pack M&S Vintage Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Method

  • Step 1

    Heat the grill to high and grease a 20cm square baking dish with a little butter.

  • Step 2

    Spread the bottom half of each hot cross bun with a little mustard, then top with slice of ham.

  • Step 3

    Sprinkle over ¾ of the grated cheese then sandwich closed with the top half.

  • Step 4

    Add the buns snugly to the baking dish. Then pour over the cheese sauce and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

  • Step 5

    Set under the grill and cook for 8-12 mins, until golden, bubbling and deliciously gooey.