Pizza Calzone

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this homemade Pizza Calzone recipe—a delicious twist on traditional pizza that's perfect for any meal! Featuring a golden, flaky crust enveloping gooey mozzarella, tangy pizza sauce, savory pepperoni, and earthy mushrooms, each bite is bursting with Italian-inspired flavor. Enhanced with a touch of grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of oregano and basil, this recipe delivers authentic pizzeria taste right from your oven. Made from scratch with a yeast-based dough and baked to perfection, these calzones are an irresistible combination of simplicity and decadence. Ready in under an hour and customizable with your favorite fillings, these hand-held delights are perfect for family dinners, game nights, or on-the-go snacks. Don't forget to pair with marinara for the ultimate dipping experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water (110-115°F)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Pizza sauce
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cups Pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cups Mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large Egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until a dough begins to form.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into four equal portions. Roll out each portion into an approximately 8-inch circle on a floured surface.

Step 7

Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on one half of each dough circle, leaving about an inch of space around the edge.

Step 8

Evenly distribute the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, pepperoni slices, and mushrooms on the sauced side of each circle.

Step 9

Sprinkle a pinch of dried oregano and basil over the fillings for added flavor.

Step 10

Fold the other half of the dough over the fillings to create a semi-circle. Crimp the edges tightly with your fingers or a fork to seal the calzone.

Step 11

Carefully transfer the calzones onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12

Brush the top of each calzone with the beaten egg to create a golden crust during baking.

Step 13

Using a sharp knife, cut 2-3 small slits on the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape while baking.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 15

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with additional pizza sauce for dipping if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1514.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3476.9

Total Fat 152.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 529.1mg	0%
Sodium 8297.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 371.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.0g
Protein 148.2g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 2272.7mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 2868.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 43.1%