Delicious Homemade Calzone Recipe
Indulge in the savory goodness of homemade calzones, bursting with cheesy delights and your choice of flavorful fillings. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that allows you to customize each calzone to your liking. With a golden crust that’s crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, each bite offers an explosion of flavor. Enjoy this comforting Italian favorite that brings everyone together around the table!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked pepperoni or ham, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers or spinach, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- If using homemade dough, let it rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour). For store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness, forming a round shape.
- Spread ricotta and mozzarella cheese on one half of the dough.
- Top with your chosen meats and vegetables without overstuffing.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning for enhanced flavor.
- Fold the dough over the filling and pinch edges tightly to seal.
- Brush the top with olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 35mg