Homemade Calzones

Homemade Calzones - pizza dough filled with the classic toppings of a pizza. Make these full size or divide the dough into portions to make individual ones filled with each family members favorite toppings. Don't forget the homemade marina sauce or our favorite pizza dipping sauces to serve on the side. Let me show you how to make these pizza pockets that taste just like you ordered them from a pizzeria.

When my husband and I were first married we discovered calzones at the local pizzeria in our neighborhood in Queens, NY.

At first we only order then plain...filled with ricotta cheese, however, after a few weeks we started experimenting with different flavors. Our favorites are made with pepperoni, Italian sausage, peppers, mushrooms...the list goes on as to what you can add to homemade calzones.  

Homemade Calzones Recipe

You can make a full size calzone using the full loaf of pizza dough. Or you can divide the dough into two or four pieces to make individual sizes.

You can customize the calzones to what each member of your family likes.  Add a tossed salad and dinner is done and everyone is happy.  Really, everyone loves calzones...it's like pizza folded into a pocket.

Helpful Kitchen Tools

• Parchment Baking Sheets - you should know by now how much I love using these!
• Baking Trays
• Rolling Pin

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What type of Pizza Dough to use?

This is a very basic recipe. I like to make them individual sized so we can customize them.  My husband loves sausage and I love pepperoni. You can use homemade pizza dough or purchase pizza dough from your favorite local pizzeria.  

Our local grocery store has a great pizza dough in their bakery section.  Walmart even sells pizza dough for under $1.00 and it freezes well also.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound or loaf of pizza dough
• 2 cups ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese
• Sliced pepperoni
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 - 2 cups of your favorite marinara sauce for dipping

Directions:

Step 1: Roll out the Pizza Dough

For this recipe, you can make one whole calzone or individual calzones. I decided to make two individual calzones.

On a lightly flour surface, divide the pizza dough in half and roll out each half into a flat rectangle.

Step 2: Add the Fillings

Spread the ricotta and mozzeralla cheese down the middle and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese on top. Then add your favorite ingredients.  For this calzone, I chose pepperoni. 

Step 3: How to Fold the Calzone

Fold one end of the pizza dough over the filling.

Now fold one side over and then bring the other side up and tuck in the ends.

Place the calzones on a tray that is lined with parchment paper and allow them to rise for 30 minutes. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasonings.

Step 4: Baking Instructions

Bake in a preheated 425°F oven until they are golden brown; about 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 5: Serving Tips

Allow the calzones to cool for a few minutes. Serve with Homemade Tomato Sauce on the side.

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Ready for More Easy Pizza Dough Recipes?

• Bacon and Spinach Alfredo Pizza
• Pizza and Pepperoni Braid
• Cast Iron Pan Pizza
• Beer Dough Pizza Crust

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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2013 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!