Homemade Calzones
Take pizza night to the next level with these irresistible homemade calzones! This crowd-pleasing recipe features a perfectly soft and chewy homemade dough, stuffed to perfection with a creamy blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, alongside savory pepperoni and crumbled sausage. Each calzone is brushed with a golden egg wash and baked to crispy, flaky perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you're hosting a casual dinner or looking for a fun, handheld meal, these calzones are a deliciously customizable option that’s easy to make and bursting with flavor. Pair them with a side of warm pizza sauce for dipping, and you’ve got a restaurant-quality dish that the whole family will love. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day snacks, or any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Cooked sausage, crumbled
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix well to combine.
Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 7-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Form the dough into a ball, place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by combining ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan in a medium bowl. Stir well to combine.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal portions.
Roll each portion of dough into a circle approximately 8 inches in diameter on a floured surface.
Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over half of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.
Top the sauce with a few tablespoons of the cheese mixture, followed by pepperoni slices and crumbled sausage.
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly and crimp them with a fork to seal.
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the top of each calzone lightly with the egg wash to promote browning.
Cut 2-3 small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and the crust is cooked through.
Let the calzones cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.3 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.0 g | 455% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 758 mg | 253% | |
| Sodium | 8895 mg | 387% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 334.2 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 190.5 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 3243 mg | 249% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 2080 mg | 44% | |
*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.
