Spinach and Feta Calzone
Elevate your homemade pizza game with these irresistible Spinach and Feta Calzones! Featuring a golden, crispy crust made from scratch and a luscious filling of sautéed spinach, creamy ricotta, tangy feta cheese, and a hint of garlic, these savory hand-held pastries are perfect for dinner, lunch, or even meal prep. The dough is easy to prepare, with just a handful of pantry staples, while the filling comes together in minutes for a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired twist. Baked to perfection and brushed with egg for a bakery-worthy finish, these calzones can be customized with a sprinkling of Parmesan for extra richness. Serve them warm from the oven or enjoy them later—they’re guaranteed to become a family favorite! Keywords: spinach and feta calzone recipe, homemade calzone, Mediterranean-inspired, vegetarian dinner idea, easy pizza dough.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Warm water
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1.5 cups Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg, beaten
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.
Add the olive oil and warm water to the dry ingredients. Mix until the dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a nonstick pan, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the spinach to the pan and cook until it wilts, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked spinach, crumbled feta cheese, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
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 four equal pieces.
Roll each piece of dough into a circle about 8 inches in diameter on a floured surface.
Place about 1/4 of the spinach and cheese filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.
Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly, then crimp them with a fork to seal.
Transfer the prepared calzones to the lined baking sheet.
Brush the top of each calzone with the beaten egg for a golden brown finish.
Optionally, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top of the calzones for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzones are golden and puffed.
Allow the calzones to cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3067 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 143.4 g | 184% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 644 mg | 215% | |
| Sodium | 7902 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 319.2 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 131.4 g | 263% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 3006 mg | 231% | |
| Iron | 25.4 mg | 141% | |
| Potassium | 1063 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.
