Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets Recipe

Homemade Turkey and Cheese Pockets are a quick and easy lunch or after-school snack that blows store-bought versions out of the water! This recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers warm, gooey goodness in under 30 minutes. Easily customizable – swap in ham and cheddar for a delicious twist, or even create pizza pockets with pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella! Get ready for flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 27 mins
Calories 108.5 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets

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How to Make Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together 4 ounces cream cheese, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard.
  3. Add 1 cup cooked, shredded turkey and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella for ham pockets).
  4. Mix well and set aside.
  5. Gently press or roll out each refrigerated biscuit to a 3 1/2-inch round (biscuit type depends on how many you need).
  6. Place 1 heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture onto the center of each biscuit round.
  7. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon or turnover shape.
  8. Crimp the edges firmly to seal.
  9. Place the pockets on an ungreased baking sheet.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  11. Serve immediately. For ham pockets, substitute 1 cup chopped ham for the turkey and use 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese instead of cheddar.
  12. Make ahead and freeze for a quick and easy snack. To reheat, microwave wrapped in a damp paper towel until hot.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

12g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets?

Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 27 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets?

Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets has approximately 108.5 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets?

The key ingredients for Turkey Cheese Pockets Or Ham And Cheese Pockets are Cream Cheese, Mayonnaise, Dijon Mustard, Turkey, Mozzarella Cheese, Refrigerated Biscuits. See the full list with measurements above.

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