Easy Italian Pizza Calzones

Bring the flavors of Italy to your table with these Easy Italian Pizza Calzones—a delightful twist on classic pizza that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Made with store-bought pizza dough, these handheld pies are filled with gooey mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and zesty marinara sauce, all accented with a sprinkle of Italian seasoning for an authentic taste. The golden, flaky crust is achieved with a simple egg wash and a drizzle of olive oil, offering bakery-quality results right from your oven in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Perfectly portioned and easy to customize, these homemade calzones are a family favorite served with extra marinara for dipping. Whether you're craving comfort food or impressing guests, these Italian-style calzones are sure to satisfy.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 0.5 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup pepperoni slices
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for rolling dough)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, roughly 1/8-inch thick. Use a knife or pizza cutter to divide the dough into 4 equal rectangles.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash, and set it aside.

Step 4

Spread about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce onto one half of each dough rectangle, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese on each rectangle's sauced half. Add about 2 tablespoons of pepperoni slices to each and a pinch of Italian seasoning.

Step 6

Fold the empty half of each rectangle over the filling and press the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security.

Step 7

Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with the egg wash and drizzle a little olive oil for extra crispiness.

Step 8

Cut 2-3 small slits on top of each calzone with a sharp knife to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	885.1 grams (885.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2231

Total Fat 106.20g	136%
Saturated Fat 37.50g	188%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 403mg	134%
Sodium 5128mg	223%
Total Carbohydrate 211.20g	77%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 3.40g
Protein 102.80g	206%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 982mg	76%
Iron 17mg	92%
Potassium 943mg	20%

*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: 43.2%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 38.2%