Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones
Satisfy your cravings with these Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones, a comforting handheld meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or a casual family dinner. Made with store-bought pizza dough, savory thawed meatballs, marinara sauce, and a gooey blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, these calzones come together in just 40 minutes with minimal effort. A touch of Italian seasoning and garlic powder adds extra flavor, while a golden, flaky crust seals in all the deliciousness. Enjoy these calzones hot from the oven, served with extra marinara for dipping! Perfectly portable and irresistibly cheesy, this recipe is a simple yet satisfying option for pizza night or game-day snacks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought pizza dough
- 12 pieces frozen meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick. Use a knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into four equal rectangles.
In a small bowl, mix the egg and water to create an egg wash. Set aside.
Place three thawed meatballs in the center of each dough rectangle. Spoon 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the meatballs.
Top each set of meatballs with 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle a pinch of dried Italian seasoning and garlic powder over the cheese for added flavor.
Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the edges of each dough rectangle with the egg wash.
Fold one side of the dough over the filling to create a sealed pocket (calzone). Pinch the edges together firmly to seal, then crimp with a fork for extra security.
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash to help them brown beautifully.
Using a sharp knife, cut two small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
Allow the calzones to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3794 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 276.0 g | 354% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.7 g | 578% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 980 mg | 327% | |
| Sodium | 10399 mg | 452% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.0 g | ||
| Protein | 236.0 g | 472% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1947 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2258 mg | 48% | |
*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.
