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homemade calzone recipe

smalltownwoman avatar
Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

This easy to make delectable Homemade Calzone Recipe makes fresh baked hot pockets of marinara, pepperoni and melted mozzarella. They are always a hit with family and friends and with a few simple tips you can have these in the oven in no time flat. I love to serve them for weekend lunch and family movie night. For a complete company worthy meal serve with Italian Chopped Salad and Fresh Strawberry Lemonade.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For homemade calzone recipe

  • 1 lb
    pizza dough (homemade or store bought)
  • 1/2 c
    marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1/2 c
    sliced pepperoni
  • 3/4 c
    shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 c
    shredded provolone
  • sliced mushrooms
  • chopped onion (optional)
  • baby spinach (optional)
  • diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1
    egg
  • 1 Tbsp
    cool water
  • 1/4 tsp
    dried marjoram or oregano

How To Make homemade calzone recipe

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • 2
    Lightly flour your work surface and cut the pizza dough into quarters using a pizza cutter. Using a floured rolling pin roll the pizza dough into 1/4 inch thick circles.
  • 3
    Spoon 2 tablespoons marinara onto each dough circle and spread it out leaving at least a 1/2 inch of the edge sauce free. Divide your pepperoni and cheese evenly and add any desired vegetables.
  • 4
    Fold the dough over creating a half circle and crimp the edges first rolling together with your fingers and then crimping with a fork. Cut 3 slits in the top of each one.
  • 5
    Beat the egg and water and together. Brush lightly over the exposed dough. Sprinkle with dried marjoram. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
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