Description
These homemade Pepperoni and Cheese Calzones are incredibly satisfying and delicious! Made with pizza dough, gooey mozzarella, zesty pizza sauce, and crispy pepperoni, they’re the perfect Italian-inspired meal—no delivery needed
Ingredients
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500g pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
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100g pepperoni slices
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160g mozzarella cheese, shredded
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4 tablespoons pizza sauce
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1 teaspoon olive oil (for brushing)
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Flour (for dusting work surface)
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Instructions
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Preheat & Prepare:
Preheat the oven to 210°C (410°F) fan bake. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. -
Divide & Roll the Dough:
Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions and shape each into a ball. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a 20 cm (8-inch) circle. -
Add the Fillings:
Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce on one half of each dough circle, leaving a 2 cm border around the edge. Place 4 pepperoni slices on top of the sauce, then sprinkle with 40g (⅓ cup) shredded mozzarella. -
Seal the Calzones:
Fold the empty half of the dough over the toppings to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal, then fold and twist the edge for a secure closure. -
Bake the Calzones:
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking tray. Cut two small vents in the top of each calzone using a sharp knife. Brush the tops with olive oil.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
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Cool & Serve:
Let the calzones cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
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You can customize the filling by adding your favorite ingredients like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
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For a crispier crust, you can bake the calzones on a pizza stone.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg