Ham and Cheese Breakfast Calzone

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It sets the tone for the hours ahead, providing the energy and nutrients needed to kickstart your morning. Among the many options available, breakfast calzones have gained immense popularity as a versatile and satisfying choice. Imagine a golden, crispy exterior enveloping a warm, savory filling—this is what the Ham & Cheese Breakfast Calzone offers.

Start your day right with a delectable Ham & Cheese Breakfast Calzone that combines savory ham, melted cheese, and fluffy scrambled eggs all wrapped in a golden, crispy crust. Perfect for busy mornings, this hand-held meal is easy to prepare using either store-bought or homemade pizza dough. Whether you're short on time or love to cook, this versatile recipe allows for customization with your favorite fillings. Discover how to make this satisfying breakfast treat that's sure to kickstart your day!

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Ingredients

1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

1 cup chopped cooked ham

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

4 large eggs

1/4 cup milk

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon salt

Olive oil for brushing

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Optional: hot sauce for serving

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the Dough: If using store-bought pizza dough, allow it to come to room temperature. If homemade, roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick.

Make the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt until well combined.

Cook the Egg Mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, pour the egg mixture and cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are just set and slightly scrambled (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat.

Assemble the Calzone:

- Cut the pizza dough into 2 equal rectangles (or circles if you prefer).

- On one half of each piece of dough, layer the chopped ham, cooked eggs, shredded mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.

- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges firmly with your fingers to seal. You can also crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.

Brush and Bake: Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top of each calzone with olive oil for a golden finish. Use a sharp knife to make a couple of small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.

Serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with hot sauce if desired.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 35 minutes | 4 servings