Description
This homemade calzone recipe features a golden-brown pizza dough crust stuffed with a delicious combination of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, along with savory fillings like pepperoni. It’s the perfect handheld meal or snack for pizza lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or cooked sausage (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
- Marinara sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 10- to 12-inch circle.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, beaten egg, salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder. Stir until well mixed.
- Spoon the cheese filling onto one half of the dough, leaving a border around the edge. Add pepperoni or sausage, if using.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press and crimp the edges to seal completely.
- Transfer the calzone to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top with olive oil and cut a few small slits to vent steam.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with warm marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or meats.
- Make mini calzones for appetizers or party snacks.
- Use store-bought dough to save time on busy nights.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
