Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of homemade Pepperoni Calzones, featuring a flaky crust filled with savory pepperoni and gooey cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, these calzones are quick to make and can be customized with your favorite fillings. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch paired with rich flavors, making them an instant favorite for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced pepperoni
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a circle about ¼ inch thick.
- On one half of the dough, spoon ricotta cheese, followed by mozzarella and pepperoni. Sprinkle Italian seasoning on top.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the filling, pinching edges tightly to seal.
- Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg