Spinach Cheese Calzones

Indulge in the cheesy, savory goodness of these homemade Spinach Cheese Calzones, the perfect combination of comfort food and Italian-inspired flavor. Featuring a golden, flaky pizza dough pocket stuffed with a rich blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, paired with garlicky sautéed spinach, this recipe is a delicious way to elevate your weeknight dinner or impress at your next family gathering. With a preparation time of just 25 minutes and a quick bake to golden perfection, these calzones are ideal for any schedule. Serve them warm with a side of marinara sauce for dipping, and enjoy a restaurant-quality meal right from your kitchen. Whether you're captivated by the wholesome spinach filling or the irresistible melted cheese, these calzones are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 5

Once the spinach has cooled, squeeze out any excess liquid and chop it coarsely. Add it to the cheese mixture and stir to combine.

Step 6

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut it into 4 equal circles, approximately 6 inches in diameter each.

Step 7

Place a generous scoop of the spinach and cheese mixture onto one half of each circle, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Brush the edges of the dough circles with water and fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly together, then crimp them with a fork to seal.

Step 9

Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Cut a small slit or poke a few holes in the tops of the calzones with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape while they bake.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and crisp.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2171.7

Total Fat 92.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 490.6mg	0%
Sodium 6282.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 124.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 2495.6mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 858.4mg	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: 37.3%

Protein: 22.3%

Carbs: 40.4%