Fast and Fabulous Fake Out Calzones
Get dinner on the table in a flash with these *Fast and Fabulous Fake Out Calzones*—an effortless twist on a classic Italian favorite! Using convenient refrigerated pizza dough and a savory homemade filling of marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and zesty pepperoni, these golden-baked pockets deliver big flavors with minimal effort. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes in the oven, they’re perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. A sprinkle of Parmesan on top adds an irresistibly cheesy finish, while Italian seasoning and garlic powder elevate the flavor to restaurant-quality levels. Serve these calzones warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear in no time! It's the ultimate fusion of speed, simplicity, and satisfaction.
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 pound Refrigerated pizza dough
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup Sliced pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into four equal portions and roll each portion into a circle roughly 6-8 inches in diameter.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, mix together the marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, ricotta cheese, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to form the filling.
Step 4
Place about 1/4 cup of the filling in the center of each dough circle, being careful not to overfill.
Step 5
Fold one side of each dough circle over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch the edges together and crimp them with a fork to seal.
Step 6
Transfer the sealed calzones to the prepared baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
Step 7
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the calzones for an extra savory finish.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm with additional marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1141.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2740.3 |
| Total Fat 141.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 343.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6299.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 253.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 124.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2106.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1014.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories