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Easy Ham and Cheese Hand Pockets: Freezer-Friendly Meal

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These ham and cheese hand pockets are a freezer-friendly meal that saves dinner on busy nights. Made with simple ingredients like ham, cheddar, cream cheese, and frozen bread dough, they’re quick to assemble and perfect for meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked ham, finely diced
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound frozen bread dough, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (for brushing)
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Instructions

  1. Thaw frozen bread dough according to package directions. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine diced ham, shredded cheddar, softened cream cheese, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Turn thawed dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 8 equal pieces.
  4. Roll one piece of dough into a 5-inch circle. Spoon about ¼ cup of filling onto one half, leaving a ½-inch border. Fold the empty half over the filling to form a half-moon. Pinch edges firmly, then crimp with a fork to seal.
  5. Place hand pockets on prepared baking sheet, leaving 2 inches between them. Mix melted butter with ½ teaspoon garlic powder and brush over tops. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
  6. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 to 22 minutes, until golden brown and filling is bubbly. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. For freezing, cool completely on wire rack before storing in freezer-safe bags.

Notes

Don’t overfill the pockets—about ¼ cup per pocket is ideal. Seal edges well with a fork to prevent cheese from leaking. For extra flavor, brush with garlic butter twice: once before baking and once after. Let pockets cool completely before freezing to avoid sogginess.

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