Sausage and Pepperoni Cheese Stuffed Calzone
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Sausage and Pepperoni Cheese Stuffed Calzone, a golden-baked pocket of Italian-inspired goodness! Perfectly crafted with a flaky pizza dough crust, this calzone is loaded with a savory filling of seasoned Italian sausage, smoky pepperoni slices, melted mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and a touch of Parmesan for extra depth. A hint of pizza sauce and aromatic Italian seasoning tie it all together, while a crispy egg-washed crust locks in the hearty flavors. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a game-day treat, this easy-to-make calzone comes together in under an hour and is served piping hot, perfectly paired with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Try this irresistible recipe for a homemade twist on classic pizzeria fare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 0.5 pound Italian sausage
- 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter.
Cook Italian sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a medium bowl, mix the cooked sausage, pepperoni slices, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, pizza sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
Spoon the filling mixture onto one-half of the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.
In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash.
Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle and press the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative finish.
Place the calzone on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with olive oil.
Brush the top of the calzone with the remaining egg wash for a golden finish.
Using a sharp knife, cut 2-3 small slits on the top of the calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzone is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the calzone cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.2 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.3 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 3861 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 114.4 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 79.4 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 696 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 10.6 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*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.
