Best 3 Air Fryer Mini Pizza Calzones Recipes

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Pizza calzones are a delicious and versatile meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are traditionally made with pizza dough, sauce, cheese, and toppings, and then baked in an oven. However, with the invention of the air fryer, it is now possible to make mini pizza calzones that are just as delicious but much healthier and easier to prepare. In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive guide to making the best air fryer mini pizza calzones, including tips on choosing the right ingredients, assembling the calzones, and cooking them to perfection. We will also provide a few variations on the classic recipe, so that you can find the perfect calzone to suit your taste buds.

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AIR FRYER MINI PIZZA CALZONES



Air Fryer Mini Pizza Calzones image

These mini hand-held calzones are perfect as appetizers or snacks. I chose to use pepperoni but they would be great with sausage or just plain with cheese.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (13.8 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough (such as Pillsbury®)
9 teaspoons pizza sauce
1 (1.75 ounce) package pepperoni (such as Hormel®)
4 ½ tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
avocado oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut out 9 circles using a 2 1/8-inch biscuit cutter. Roll each circle into a 4 1/2-inch disc. Fill each disc with 1 teaspoon pizza sauce, 3 slices pepperoni, and 1/2 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Fold over, secure edges by folding, and crimp with the tines of a fork.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and spray with avocado oil. Place a batch of calzones into the basket and mist them with avocado oil.
  • Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes. Turn calzones over, mist with avocado oil, and air fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining calzones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 430.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

AIR FRYER MINI PIZZA CALZONES



Air Fryer Mini Pizza Calzones image

These mini hand-held calzones are perfect as appetizers or snacks. I chose to use pepperoni but they would be great with sausage or just plain with cheese.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (13.8 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough (such as Pillsbury®)
9 teaspoons pizza sauce
1 (1.75 ounce) package pepperoni (such as Hormel®)
4 ½ tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
avocado oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut out 9 circles using a 2 1/8-inch biscuit cutter. Roll each circle into a 4 1/2-inch disc. Fill each disc with 1 teaspoon pizza sauce, 3 slices pepperoni, and 1/2 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Fold over, secure edges by folding, and crimp with the tines of a fork.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and spray with avocado oil. Place a batch of calzones into the basket and mist them with avocado oil.
  • Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes. Turn calzones over, mist with avocado oil, and air fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining calzones.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.2 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 430.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

HAWAIIAN MINI CALZONES RECIPE BY TASTY



Hawaiian Mini Calzones Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: pizza dough, ham, swiss cheese, pineapple, ricotta cheese, green onion, poppy seed, egg, water

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

16 oz pizza dough
8 slices ham
4 slices swiss cheese, cut in half
8 slices pineapple
8 tablespoons ricotta cheese
4 tablespoons green onion
poppy seed, for topping
1 egg
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Cut pizza dough into 8 sections on a floured surface.
  • With one section, roll out dough until flat and circular.
  • Layer ham, swiss, pineapple, 1 tablespoon ricotta, and ½ tablespoon green onion.
  • Fold one side of dough up and over ingredients, and seal calzone by crimping the edges together.
  • Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Apply egg wash to outside of calzone and sprinkle with poppy seeds.
  • Bake calzones at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • Use a store-bought pizza dough or make your own using a simple recipe.
  • Roll out the dough thinly, about 1/8 inch thick, to ensure even cooking.
  • Top the dough with your favorite pizza toppings, but don't overload it or the calzone will be difficult to seal.
  • Brush the edges of the dough with water before folding it over to help seal the calzone.
  • Crimp the edges of the calzone with a fork to ensure a tight seal.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) before cooking the calzones to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Cook the calzones for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Serve the calzones hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Air fryer mini pizza calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of prep time, you can have hot, crispy calzones that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give air fryer mini pizza calzones a try!

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