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Pepperoni Calzones are made with a pizza dough, Mozzarella cheese, zesty sauce, and pepperoni (or other toppings of your choice), then folded and baked to perfection.
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These delicious pepperoni calzones are incredibly easy to make. They are loaded with gooey cheese and savory pepperoni, making them a perfect choice for a quick and satisfying dinner that you can whip up in under 30 minutes.
This recipe features our easy-to-follow pizza dough recipe, guaranteeing you a tasty pizza crust. While you do have the option to use store-bought pizza dough, I highly recommend making your own for the best flavor. It’s quick and easy.
Calzones are also a fantastic option to make the most of leftover pasta sauce. You only need a small amount of sauce, around 1/3 cup, to make a calzone.
Ingredients Needed
- Pizza Dough – We like to make our own with this recipe.
- Pizza Sauce – You can also make your own with this recipe, or use store-bought.
- Sliced Pepperoni – I prefer to use Hormel pepperoni or some sliced salami. You can make a vegetarian version with just some veggies, if you’d like.
- Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese – This is the best cheese to get a melted, gooey interior.
- Olive Oil – Brushing the calzone with olive oil helps to achieve a golden and crispy crust.
- Italian Seasoning – Give the crust a little boost of flavor with Italian seasoning, or some oregano and sage, and thyme.
Helpful Tips
- If using store-bought pizza dough, follow the instructions on the packaging for any necessary pre-baking or proofing.
- Customize your calzone by adding other toppings such as sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or black olives. Just make sure not to overstuff it, as it may be challenging to seal.
- Don’t overload the calzone with sauce and toppings, as it may make the dough soggy. Aim for a moderate amount of each ingredient.
- Prick the top of the calzone with a fork a few times to create steam vents. This prevents it from bursting or becoming too puffy during baking.
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Easy Pepperoni Calzone
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 1/3 cup (79 ml) pizza sauce
- 4 ounces (113 g) sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup (56 g) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375° F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
- Split the pizza dough into 2 and roll out each into a circle.
- Spread half the pizza sauce onto one half of the dough, avoiding the edges.
- Place half the pepperoni on each and sprinkle the mozzarella on top.
- Fold the dough over the top of the toppings and pinch the seams together. Roll the pinched edges up and pinch again.
- Use a pastry brush to brush the olive oil onto the tops of each calzone. Sprinkle with the Italian seasoning.
- Transfer the calzones to the baking sheet.
- Loosely tent the baking sheet with foil. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake another 15 minutes, until the crust is golden.
- Serve hot.
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