Ham and Cheddar Stuffed Pretzel Calzones

  • Prep 45 min
  • Total 2 hr 0 min
  • Servings 8

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups warm water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
  • 4 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 bunch broccoli, heads trimmed and cut into smaller heads
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 10 cups water
  • 2/3 cup baking soda
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped deli ham
  • 1 large egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • Kosher or pretzel salt for topping calzones

Steps

  • 1
    In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine water, sugar and yeast. Allow to sit until foamy, about 5 minutes.
  • 2
    Add in melted butter, flour and salt and, using the dough hook attachment, knead for about 5 minutes or until dough is slightly sticky and has completely pulled away from the sides of the bowl.
  • 3
    Shape dough into a ball and place in a large lightly greased bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • 4
    Meanwhile, roast the broccoli: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss broccoli with olive oil, salt and pepper and place in a roasting pan. Roast until lightly brown and slightly crunchy, about 20-30 minutes.
  • 5
    Remove from oven and set aside to cool. Keep oven on at 400°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  • 6
    When dough is nearly doubled, prepare the water bath: Bring water and baking soda to a boil in a large stockpot.
  • 7
    When dough is doubled, remove from bowl and place on a lightly floured surface. Divide dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball into an 8-inch long circle.
  • 8
    Place some cheddar, then some ham, then some broccoli in the center. Fold one end of the circle over to the other end to form a half moon; pinch ends tightly to seal. Repeat with each piece of dough.
  • 9
    Using a slotted spoon, carefully lower one calzone at a time into hot water bath and boil for 30 seconds, flipping over halfway through. Remove from water bath and place on prepared baking sheets. Repeat with each calzone.
  • 10
    Brush calzones with egg wash and sprinkle with salt. Bake 12-15 minutes or until calzones are a deep golden brown. Remove from oven and cool slightly before serving.

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