Homemade Ham and Cheese Hot Pockets Recipe
These Homemade Ham and Cheese Hot Pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make savory pastry filled with a savory blend of diced ham, mozzarella, and cheddar cheeses combined with mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Wrapped in buttery pizza dough and baked to golden perfection, these hot pockets make a perfect snack, lunch, or party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-33 minutes
- Yield: 6 hot pockets 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
dough
- 1 lb refrigerated pizza dough
filling
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
finishing
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare dough: Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle. Then, cut it into 6 equal portions for individual hot pockets.
- Mix filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked ham, shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Fill dough: Spoon the prepared ham and cheese mixture onto one half of each dough rectangle, leaving enough space around the edges to seal properly.
- Seal pockets: Fold the dough over to cover the filling completely and use a fork to press down on the edges to seal the hot pockets securely to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Egg wash: Brush the tops of each sealed hot pocket with the beaten egg to give them a shiny, golden-brown finish when baked.
- Bake: Place the hot pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until they turn golden brown and puffed.
- Butter finish: Remove the hot pockets from the oven and while still warm, brush them with melted butter to add a rich, buttery flavor and a beautiful sheen.
- Cool and serve: Let the hot pockets cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth from the hot filling.
Notes
- Use refrigerated or fresh pizza dough for best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to customize the filling by adding vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
- The egg wash step is optional but gives a nice golden color to the crust.
- Leftover hot pockets can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Be careful when sealing the dough edges to avoid any filling leaks during baking.
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