Mini Pepperoni Calzones

Perfect for parties, snacks, or a fun family dinner, these Mini Pepperoni Calzones are a bite-sized twist on a classic Italian favorite. Made with tender pizza dough, savory pepperoni slices, gooey mozzarella, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, each mini calzone is packed with mouthwatering flavor. Sealed with an egg wash for a golden, crispy finish and brushed with olive oil and fragrant Italian seasoning, these handheld delights bake to perfection in just 20 minutes. Serve them warm with marinara sauce for dipping, and watch them disappear! With a quick prep time and just the right balance of cheesy, meaty goodness, these calzones are as easy to make as they are satisfying to eat.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 24 pieces pepperoni slices
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cups marinara sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°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 sheet, about 1/8 inch thick. Use a 4-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles from the dough. Re-roll scraps if needed.

Step 3

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.

Step 4

Place 3 pepperoni slices in the center of each dough circle. Add about 1 tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni, and sprinkle a pinch of Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Brush a thin layer of the egg wash around the edge of each dough circle to help seal the calzones.

Step 6

Fold each circle in half over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal tightly.

Step 7

Transfer the mini calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and puffed.

Step 9

Let the calzones cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	922.1 grams (922.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2233

Total Fat 104.20g	134%
Saturated Fat 41.00g	205%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 414mg	138%
Sodium 5030mg	219%
Total Carbohydrate 205.60g	75%
Dietary Fiber 17.90g	64%
Total Sugars 3.30g
Protein 114.00g	228%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 1580mg	122%
Iron 15mg	84%
Potassium 795mg	17%

*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: 42.3%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 37.1%