Description

Indulge in the rich, cheesy goodness of homemade calzones that are perfect for any occasion. These stuffed pockets feature a golden-brown crust filled with your favorite toppings and oozy cheese, making them a delightful crowd-pleaser. Whether it’s game night or a cozy dinner at home, this easy recipe allows you to customize each calzone to your taste, ensuring everyone walks away happy and satisfied.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
½ cup ricotta cheese
½ cup preferred toppings (pepperoni, veggies, etc.)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Let the pizza dough rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
In a bowl, mix mozzarella and ricotta cheese with chosen toppings and Italian seasoning.
Roll out the dough into circles about 10 inches wide.
Spoon filling onto one half of each circle; avoid overfilling.
Fold the dough over the filling, pressing edges to seal tightly.
Brush calzones with olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 calzone (170g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Experiment with different fillings like spinach and ricotta or barbecue chicken for a unique twist. For extra crunch, sprinkle cornmeal on the baking sheet before placing calzones.