Sausage and Pepperoni Cheese Stuffed Calzone

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Sausage and Pepperoni Cheese Stuffed Calzone, a golden-baked pocket of Italian-inspired goodness! Perfectly crafted with a flaky pizza dough crust, this calzone is loaded with a savory filling of seasoned Italian sausage, smoky pepperoni slices, melted mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and a touch of Parmesan for extra depth. A hint of pizza sauce and aromatic Italian seasoning tie it all together, while a crispy egg-washed crust locks in the hearty flavors. Ideal for a cozy dinner or a game-day treat, this easy-to-make calzone comes together in under an hour and is served piping hot, perfectly paired with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Try this irresistible recipe for a homemade twist on classic pizzeria fare!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 0.5 pound Italian sausage
• 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Ricotta cheese
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter.

Step 3

Cook Italian sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix the cooked sausage, pepperoni slices, mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, pizza sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.

Step 5

Spoon the filling mixture onto one-half of the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 6

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash.

Step 7

Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle and press the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative finish.

Step 8

Place the calzone on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased with olive oil.

Step 9

Brush the top of the calzone with the remaining egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzone is golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let the calzone cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1268.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3191.1

Total Fat 182.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.5g
Cholesterol 701.5mg	0%
Sodium 7797.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.2g	0%
Total Sugars 14.8g
Protein 159.6g	0%

Vitamin D 144.5IU	0%
Calcium 1646.7mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 2587.7mg	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: 51.0%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 29.2%