Easy Cheesy Calzone

Craving a crowd-pleasing comfort food that's both quick and satisfying? This Easy Cheesy Calzone is a golden-baked pocket of cheesy perfection, loaded with a rich blend of mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheeses, with the option to add pepperoni for a smoky twist. Wrapped in soft pizza dough and brushed with egg for a glossy finish, this 35-minute recipe is packed with classic Italian flavors enhanced by marinara sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, this homemade calzone is served warm with extra marinara for dipping—and will have everyone reaching for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Ricotta cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Pepperoni slices (optional)
• 0.5 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 whole Egg, beaten
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for rolling dough)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle or circle, about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, combine the mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Mix well to create the filling.

Step 4

Spoon the cheese filling onto one half of the rolled-out dough, leaving a 1-inch border at the edges.

Step 5

If desired, layer pepperoni slices on top of the cheese filling.

Step 6

Carefully fold the other half of the dough over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges together, then roll and crimp the dough to seal tightly.

Step 7

Transfer the calzone to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Brush the beaten egg over the top of the calzone to create a golden, shiny crust.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.

Step 11

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

Step 12

Serve warm with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1269.7 grams (1269.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2935

Total Fat 156.10g	200%
Saturated Fat 75.40g	377%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 658mg	219%
Sodium 6700mg	291%
Total Carbohydrate 231.80g	84%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 7.90g
Protein 162.40g	325%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 3232mg	249%
Iron 18mg	101%
Potassium 1200mg	26%

*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: 47.1%

Protein: 21.8%

Carbs: 31.1%