Best 4 Easy Pizza Calzones Recipes
Craving a delectable, homemade pizza that's convenient to eat on the go? Look no further than the classic Italian dish, pizza calzones! These oven-baked, crescent-shaped pockets of goodness are filled with your favorite pizza toppings, encasing them in a golden-brown, crispy crust. Whether you prefer pepperoni and cheese, veggie-packed goodness, or a combination of your favorite flavors, pizza calzones offer endless possibilities for customization. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey to create mouthwatering pizza calzones in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
EASY PIZZA CALZONES
These are yummy, quick, and easy calzones that can be eaten hot or frozen and taken for a easy heat up lunch. They're also versatile and you can put in any kind of pizza toppings you like!
Provided by The Milocat
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 calzones, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425.
- Unroll the pizza dough onto a large cookie sheet.
- Press the dough out so that it is about the same thickness all around and so that it covers the cookie sheet.
- Cut into 4 equal size rectangles.
- In a bowl, mix sauce, cheese, and toppings.
- Spoon equal amounts of toppings into the middle the rectangles.
- Lightly spread out the sauce mixture.
- Fold one corner so that it meets with the opposite corner.
- Crimp the edges so that the calzones seal.
- Mix olive oil and parmesan cheese mix.
- Brush with olive oil and parmesan cheese mixture.
- Bake in oven for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot or freeze for later.
QUICK PEPPERONI CALZONES
This calzone recipe takes the Italian favorite to the next level with Parmesan and herbs sprinkled on top. -Shannon Roum, Waukesha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix pepperoni, pasta sauce and mozzarella cheese., On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into four portions. Roll each into a 6-in. circle; top each with a scant 1/3 cup pepperoni mixture. Fold dough over filling; pinch edges to seal. Place on a greased baking sheet. , Brush milk over tops; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and, if desired, Italian seasoning. Bake until golden brown, 20-25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 540 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 1573mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
PERFECT EVERY TIME PIZZA OR CALZONE DOUGH
Ready in a snap and my kids love it! This can be used for pizza dough too. My dear chef friend Darrin Gleason shared this recipe with me over ten years ago while attending college. It has been a go-to recipe for my family for all these years and I thought I should share it with my cooking community.
Provided by Angela
Categories Bread Pizza Dough and Crust Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix 1/2 cup lukewarm water and yeast together in a bowl. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.
- Combine 1/2 cup water, olive oil, honey, and salt in a separate bowl; add 1 cup flour and mix well. Mix yeast mixture into flour mixture. Add remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until dough is well combined.
- Knead dough on a floured work surface until dough is soft, smooth, and elastic, about 8 minutes. Roll dough into 4 calzone shapes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Carbohydrate 80.9 g, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 295.8 mg, Sugar 8.9 g
EASY ITALIAN PIZZA CALZONES
Not really a traditional calzone, as there is no ricotta cheese or pizza dough in this recipe, but a quick and easy dinner idea, nonetheless. Adapted from menus4moms.com.
Provided by Karen..
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 8 calzones, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In large skillet, brown and crumble sausage, pour off fat.
- Add 3/4 cup pasta sauce, mushrooms, green pepper and onion.
- Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, unroll crescent dough and separate into 8 rectangles. Firmly press perforations together and flatten slightly.
- In a small bowl mix egg and water, brush on dough edges.
- Stir cheese into meat mixture.
- Spoon equal amounts of meat mixture onto half of each rectangle to within 1/2 inch of edges. Fold dough over filling. Press to seal edges. Arrange on baking sheet; brush with egg mixture.
- Bake 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Heat remaining pasta sauce; serve with calzones.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 751.3, Fat 35.5, SaturatedFat 12.7, Cholesterol 174.8, Sodium 1828, Carbohydrate 77, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 17.7, Protein 29.4
Tips:
- Use store-bought pizza dough to save time. If you have the time, you can also make your own dough using a simple recipe.
- Be generous with the fillings. The more fillings you use, the more delicious your calzones will be.
- Be sure to seal the calzones well. This will prevent the fillings from leaking out during baking.
- Bake the calzones until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve the calzones with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or a simple garlic butter sauce are all great options.
Conclusion:
Pizza calzones are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that the whole family will enjoy. They are perfect for lunch, dinner, or even a snack. With so many different filling options, there is sure to be a calzone that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pizza calzones a try.
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