Ham & Cheese Calzone

These calzones take me waaaaayyyy back to college days at Edinboro University and ordering in because we didn’t feel like walking to the dining hall in feet of snow! Rose Hall Calzones - If you know, you know!

One bite of a ham calzone these days takes me back to the mid 90’s… but don’t worry, I’m instantly reminded of my age and pop a Prilosec after all the cheese intake. But IDC- it’s worth it!

🥟 Freezer-Friendly Ham Calzones (Leftover Easter Ham)

🛒 Ingredients

Dough (or shortcut option)

• 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

Filling

• 2 cups cooked ham, diced

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup ricotta cheese

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup sautéed onions (optional but adds great flavor)

• ½ cup sautéed peppers or mushrooms (optional)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Salt & pepper to taste

Extras

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

• Marinara sauce (for dipping or a little inside)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the filling

• In a bowl, mix:

  • Ham

  • Mozzarella

  • Ricotta

  • Parmesan

  • Seasonings

  • Optional veggies

• Stir until well combined.

2. Roll & fill

• Divide dough into 4–6 portions.

• Roll each into a circle (about 6–8 inches).

• Add filling to one side (don’t overfill!).

• Optional: spoon a little marinara inside.

3. Fold & seal

• Fold dough over into a half-moon shape.

• Press edges together, then crimp with a fork.

• Cut a small slit on top for steam.

4. Bake (if eating fresh)

• Brush tops with egg wash.

• Bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes until golden brown.

❄️ Freezer Instructions (KEY PART)

Option 1: Freeze Unbaked (Best for fresh taste later)

1. Assemble calzones (don’t egg wash yet).

2. Place on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.

3. Transfer to freezer bags.

👉 To cook from frozen:

• Bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes

• Add egg wash halfway through if you want that golden finish

Option 2: Freeze Baked

1. Bake fully and let cool.

2. Wrap individually and freeze.

👉 To reheat:

• Oven: 375°F for 15–20 minutes

• Air fryer: 350°F for 8–10 minutes

💡 Tips

• Dice ham small so it reheats evenly

• Brush tops with a garlic butter spread after you remove from oven.

• Add a little mustard or honey mustard inside for a ham sandwich twist

• These are perfect for:

  • Quick lunches

  • After-school meals

  • “No time to cook” nights

  
  

🔥 Optional Variations

• Ham & Swiss: swap mozzarella for Swiss + add a little Dijon

• Breakfast calzone: add scrambled eggs

• Ham & broccoli cheddar: great way to sneak in veggies