Looking for a tasty, original recipe that’s also suitable for kids? Pumpkin cordon bleu with ham and cheese are perfect!
An autumn version of the classic cordon bleu, with a melty and savory center, and a crispy coating thanks to the corn flakes.
Cooking them in an air fryer makes them light but irresistible… you can’t have just one!
Pumpkin cordon bleu in an air fryer is the perfect idea to make a simple dinner special.
Crispy, delicious, and with a filling that wins you over at the first bite!
Try them and let me know how it went, I’m waiting for you in the comments or on Instagram!
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very economical
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 4Pieces
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter and Spring
Ingredients
- 1 boiled potato
- 7 oz steamed or baked pumpkin
- 2 tbsps grated cheese
- 2 tbsps bread crumbs
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 bunch chopped parsley
- to taste aromatic salt
- 1 egg
- 2 slices ham
- 1 slice cheese
- to taste corn flakes
Tools
- Bowl
- Ladle
- Air Fryer
Steps
Pour the blended pumpkin and potato into a bowl. Add the egg, grated cheese, aromatic salt, and breadcrumbs crushed with garlic and parsley.
Mix everything well and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Take handfuls of the mixture, place half a slice of ham and 1/4 slice of cheese in the center, and cover with more mixture.
Repeat the process until the mixture is finished.
Roll the cordon bleu in the corn flakes crumbled by hand.
Place them in the air fryer basket, spray a little oil, and cook for 10 minutes at 392°F, then turn them over and cook for another 5 minutes at the same temperature.
💡 Recommended variations:
• Substitute ham with speck or mortadella.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add a mix of cheeses.
• Alternative coating with herb breadcrumbs or corn flour.
💡 Recommended variations:
• Substitute ham with speck or mortadella.
• For a vegetarian version, omit the ham and add a mix of cheeses.
• Alternative coating with herb breadcrumbs or corn flour.
