Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones
Satisfy your cravings with these Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones, a comforting handheld meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or a casual family dinner. Made with store-bought pizza dough, savory thawed meatballs, marinara sauce, and a gooey blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, these calzones come together in just 40 minutes with minimal effort. A touch of Italian seasoning and garlic powder adds extra flavor, while a golden, flaky crust seals in all the deliciousness. Enjoy these calzones hot from the oven, served with extra marinara for dipping! Perfectly portable and irresistibly cheesy, this recipe is a simple yet satisfying option for pizza night or game-day snacks.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought pizza dough
- 12 pieces frozen meatballs, thawed
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4-inch thick. Use a knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into four equal rectangles.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix the egg and water to create an egg wash. Set aside.
Step 4
Place three thawed meatballs in the center of each dough rectangle. Spoon 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the meatballs.
Step 5
Top each set of meatballs with 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 6
Sprinkle a pinch of dried Italian seasoning and garlic powder over the cheese for added flavor.
Step 7
Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the edges of each dough rectangle with the egg wash.
Step 8
Fold one side of the dough over the filling to create a sealed pocket (calzone). Pinch the edges together firmly to seal, then crimp with a fork for extra security.
Step 9
Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash to help them brown beautifully.
Step 10
Using a sharp knife, cut two small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.
Step 12
Allow the calzones to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1550.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3794.1 |
| Total Fat 276.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 115.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 980.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10398.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.0g | |
| Protein 236.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1947.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2258.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories