Description
Calzones are delightful, cheesy pockets of joy that are perfect for any occasion. With their flaky crust and customizable fillings, these savory treats promise to impress family and friends alike. Whether you’re hosting a cozy dinner party or enjoying a casual night in, calzones are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup favorite fillings (e.g., pepperoni, sautéed veggies)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Cut into circles (6 inches in diameter).
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning until creamy.
- Place a scoop of filling on one half of each dough circle. Fold over the other half and pinch edges to seal.
- Brush tops with olive oil and place calzones on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg