Easy Ham and Cheese Pocket Sandwiches Recipe (30 Minutes)
These easy ham and cheese pocket sandwiches are quick, delicious, and perfect for busy weeknights. With a creamy filling and crispy golden bread, they’re a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices white bread (or sourdough, brioche, or whole wheat)
- 8 ounces deli ham, thinly sliced (honey ham or black forest ham recommended)
- 4 slices provolone cheese (or Swiss, mozzarella, or cheddar)
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Lay out 4 slices of bread. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cream cheese mixture evenly on each slice.
- On each cream cheese-covered slice, place 2 ounces of ham (about 4-5 thin slices), folding it to fit. Top with 1 slice of provolone cheese.
- Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to form sandwiches. Press down gently.
- In a small bowl, mix the softened butter and mayonnaise together until smooth. Spread this mixture on the outside of each sandwich—both sides.
- Place a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Let it heat up for 2-3 minutes.
- Place 2 sandwiches in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until the bread is deep golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1-2 minutes on a cutting board. Slice each sandwich in half diagonally. Serve warm.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature cream cheese and butter. Don’t skip the cream cheese—it acts as a binder and keeps the filling creamy. Let the sandwiches rest for 1-2 minutes before cutting to prevent the cheese from oozing out. For a dairy-free option, use dairy-free cream cheese and butter, and swap the provolone for a dairy-free melting cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 1200
- Fat: 26
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 28
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