Spinach Cheese Calzones
Indulge in the cheesy, savory goodness of these homemade Spinach Cheese Calzones, the perfect combination of comfort food and Italian-inspired flavor. Featuring a golden, flaky pizza dough pocket stuffed with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, paired with garlicky sautéed spinach, this recipe is a delicious way to elevate your weeknight dinner or impress at your next family gathering. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes and a quick bake to golden perfection, these calzones are ideal for any schedule. Serve them warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen. Whether you're captivated by the wholesome spinach filling or the irresistible melted cheese, these calzones are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Once the spinach has cooled, squeeze out any excess liquid and chop it coarsely. Add it to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut it into 4 equal circles, approximately 6 inches in diameter each.
Place a generous scoop of the spinach and cheese mixture onto one half of each circle, leaving a small border around the edges.
Brush the edges of the dough circles with water and fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly together, then crimp them with a fork to seal.
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet.
Cut a small slit or poke a few holes in the tops of the calzones with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape while they bake.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and crisp.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.0 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.8 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 491 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 6283 mg | 273% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.2 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.1 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 124.0 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2496 mg | 192% | |
| Iron | 18.6 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 858 mg | 18% | |
*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.
