Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones

Satisfy your cravings with these Quick and Easy Meatball Calzones, a comforting handheld meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or a casual family dinner. Made with store-bought pizza dough, savory thawed meatballs, marinara sauce, and a gooey blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, these calzones come together in just 40 minutes with minimal effort. A touch of Italian seasoning and garlic powder adds extra flavor, while a golden, flaky crust seals in all the deliciousness. Enjoy these calzones hot from the oven, served with extra marinara for dipping! Perfectly portable and irresistibly cheesy, this recipe is a simple yet satisfying option for pizza night or game-day snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb store-bought pizza dough
• 12 pieces frozen meatballs, thawed
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the egg and water to create an egg wash. Set aside.

Step 4

Place three thawed meatballs in the center of each dough rectangle. Spoon 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the meatballs.

Step 5

Top each set of meatballs with 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

Sprinkle a pinch of dried Italian seasoning and garlic powder over the cheese for added flavor.

Step 7

Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the edges of each dough rectangle with the egg wash.

Step 8

Fold one side of the dough over the filling to create a sealed pocket (calzone). Pinch the edges together firmly to seal, then crimp with a fork for extra security.

Step 9

Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with the remaining egg wash to help them brown beautifully.

Step 10

Using a sharp knife, cut two small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the calzones are golden brown and the dough is cooked through.

Step 12

Allow the calzones to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1550 grams (1550.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3794

Total Fat 276.00g	354%
Saturated Fat 115.70g	579%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 980mg	327%
Sodium 10399mg	452%
Total Carbohydrate 81.80g	30%
Dietary Fiber 2.60g	9%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 236.00g	472%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1947mg	150%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2258mg	48%

*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: 66.1%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 8.7%