Description
Delicious stuffed pockets of pizza dough filled with cheese, meats, and veggies, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- ¼ cup ricotta cheese
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
- Marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, dissolve the sugar and yeast in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy. Then, add the olive oil, salt, and flour. Mix everything together to form a dough.
- Knead the Dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. You can add a bit more flour if the dough is too sticky.
- Let the Dough Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap. Let it rise in a warm area for about 60 minutes or until it doubles in size.
- Prepare the Filling: While the dough is rising, mix the mozzarella, ricotta, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning in a bowl. Feel free to add more ingredients like vegetables or other meats if you wish.
- Roll Out the Dough: After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a circle about 6 inches in diameter.
- Fill the Calzones: Place a generous amount of the filling on one half of each dough circle. Be careful not to overfill, as it can make sealing difficult.
- Seal the Calzones: Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a nice design.
- Bake the Calzones: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. You can brush them with a little olive oil for a golden color. Bake for 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Serve: Let the calzones cool for a few minutes before cutting them in half. Serve with warm marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
Don’t overfill your calzones to ensure a proper seal. Experiment with various fillings to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg