Super Calzone

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate Italian-American comfort food with this “Super Calzone” recipe! Bursting with a cheesy trifecta of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan, these golden, hand-held delights are stuffed with a savory medley of pepperoni, sautéed mushrooms, and tender baby spinach. The flaky pizza dough is folded into a perfect half-moon, brushed with an egg wash for a beautifully crisp crust, and baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, each bite is a symphony of bold and classic flavors. Serve these homemade calzones warm with a side of zesty pizza sauce for dipping and watch them disappear at any dinner table or game night! Perfect for a family meal or entertaining guests, this easy calzone recipe is your go-to for hearty, crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cup Button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Baby spinach, chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 0.5 cup Pizza sauce (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions and roll each into a circle about 8 inches in diameter.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, garlic, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5

Spread 2-3 tablespoons of the cheese mixture onto one half of each dough circle, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edge.

Step 6

Top the cheese mixture with a few slices of pepperoni, sautéed mushrooms, and spinach.

Step 7

Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch and crimp the edges tightly to seal.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush this over the tops of the calzones to give them a golden finish.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm with pizza sauce on the side for dipping!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(662.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1222.9

Total Fat 89.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 322.8mg	0%
Sodium 2609.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.5g
Protein 83.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2749.3mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1086.7mg	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: 62.9%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 10.9%