Ham and Cheese Calzones

 

Ham and Cheese Calzones

These ham and cheese calzones are golden, cheesy, and absolutely delicious. With a crisp baked crust and a warm, melty filling inside, they make the perfect comfort food for lunch, dinner, or even a casual weekend meal. They are easy to prepare and always a hit with both kids and adults.

What makes these calzones so good is the combination of soft pizza dough, savory ham, creamy cheese, and a little extra flavor from oregano. You can keep them simple or add your favorite ingredients to make them even more special.

Ingredients

Makes 4 calzones

• 1 pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
• 150 g cooked ham, diced or cut into strips
• 150 g shredded mozzarella
• 50 g grated Emmental or Comté (optional, for more flavor)
• 4 tablespoons thick cream or tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon milk

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) with fan if available.

2. Divide and shape the dough

Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal balls. Roll each one out into a circle about 20 cm wide.

3. Add the filling

In the center of each dough circle:

• Spread 1 tablespoon of thick cream or tomato sauce
• Add the ham
• Add the mozzarella and the grated Emmental or Comté if using
• Sprinkle with oregano, salt, and pepper

4. Fold and seal

Fold each circle over to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly with your fingers or seal them with a fork.

Place the calzones on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

5. Brush with egg wash

Mix the egg yolk with the milk. Brush the tops of the calzones with this mixture to help them turn beautifully golden while baking.

6. Bake

Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the calzones are puffed and nicely golden.

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Tips

• Add sautéed mushrooms, caramelized onions, or spinach for extra flavor.
• Sprinkle a little fine semolina under the calzones before baking if you want a crispier bottom.
• Serve them hot so the cheese stays perfectly melted inside.

These ham and cheese calzones are simple, satisfying, and easy to customize. Whether you use cream for a richer filling or tomato sauce for a classic pizza-style taste, they always come out warm, cheesy, and irresistible.