Pepperoni and Cheese Calzones
These homemade Pepperoni and Cheese Calzones are so satisfying and delicious! You can make these Italian-inspired pockets so easily and there's no need for delivery pizza!
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Servings: 4 Calzones
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 210°C (410°F) fan bake. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions and shape into balls.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough ball into a circle about 20 cm (8 inches) in diameter.
- On one half of each circle, spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce, leaving a 2 cm border around the edge.
- Place 4 pepperoni slices on top of the sauce, then sprinkle with approximately 40g (⅓ cup) of shredded mozzarella.
- 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.
- Transfer to the prepared baking tray. Repeat with remaining dough and fillings.
- 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.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For convenience, you can use refrigerated or frozen store-bought pizza dough. Just make sure to bring it to room temperature before rolling.
- Feel free to customize your calzone fillings! Try ham, cooked sausage, sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or spinach.
- Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
- Store leftover calzones in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 180°C (350°F) oven for 10 minutes or until heated through.
- To freeze, place assembled unbaked calzones on a baking sheet and freeze until solid. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before baking.