Fast and Fabulous Fake Out Calzones
Get dinner on the table in a flash with these *Fast and Fabulous Fake Out Calzones*—an effortless twist on a classic Italian favorite! Using convenient refrigerated pizza dough and a savory homemade filling of marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and zesty pepperoni, these golden-baked pockets deliver big flavors with minimal effort. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. A sprinkle of Parmesan on top adds an irresistibly cheesy finish, while Italian seasoning and garlic powder elevate the flavor to restaurant-quality levels. Serve these calzones warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! It's the ultimate fusion of speed, simplicity, and satisfaction.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Sliced pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into four equal portions and roll each portion into a circle roughly 6-8 inches in diameter.
In a medium bowl, mix together the marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, ricotta cheese, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to form the filling.
Place about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center of each dough circle, being careful not to overfill.
Fold one side of each dough circle over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges together and crimp them with a fork to seal.
Transfer the sealed calzones to the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the calzones for an extra savory finish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with additional marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 83 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 1570 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 466 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 228 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
