Mini Ham Cheese Calzones
Perfectly portioned and packed with flavor, these Mini Ham Cheese Calzones are a delicious twist on a classic Italian favorite. Crafted with tender premade pizza dough and a savory filling of diced ham, creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and a hint of Parmesan, each bite is perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and garlic. These golden, crispy half-moon pockets are baked to perfection and ideal for quick dinners, party appetizers, or game-day snacks. Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal prep, this recipe is easy to whip up and pairs beautifully with a side of warm marinara sauce for dipping. Whether you’re catering to a crowd or indulging in a weeknight treat, these bite-sized calzones are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package premade pizza dough
- 1 cup ham (sliced and diced)
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup marinara sauce (optional, for dipping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
On a floured work surface, roll out the premade pizza dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.
Using a round cutter (approximately 4-5 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough. Re-roll scraps as needed to cut more circles.
In a mixing bowl, combine the diced ham, shredded mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly to create the filling.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the filling onto one side of each dough circle, leaving a small border along the edge.
Lightly beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.
Brush the edges of each dough circle lightly with the egg wash. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
Use the tines of a fork to crimp the edges for an extra-secure seal and decorative look.
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and puffy.
Remove the calzones from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Optional: Serve with warm marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.0 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 944 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.8 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.5 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 221 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 199 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
