🥟 Calzone Pockets – Cheesy, Savory, Handheld Goodness
A calzone is basically a folded pizza, with a golden crust on the outside and a hot, cheesy filling inside. They’re perfect for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack!
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 4–6 pockets)
- Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese (optional for creaminess)
- Fillings of choice:
- Pepperoni, cooked sausage, ham
- Sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, spinach
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Marinara sauce for dipping
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the dough
- Roll pizza dough into circles (~6–8 inches in diameter)
2. Fill
- Spoon cheese and fillings onto one half of each circle
- Avoid overfilling to prevent leakage
3. Fold & seal
- Fold dough over to create a half-moon
- Press edges with a fork to seal
4. Brush & bake
- Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden crust
- Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 15–20 minutes until golden
5. Serve
- Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping
🔥 Tips
- Pre-cook raw meats to avoid soggy calzones
- Sprinkle Italian herbs (oregano, basil) into the filling for extra flavor
- Freeze unbaked calzones for quick meals later
🍽️ Variations
- Meat Lovers: Pepperoni, sausage, bacon
- Veggie: Spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions
- Spicy: Add jalapeños or red chili flakes
- Cheesy Overload: Mix mozzarella, ricotta, and cheddar
If you want, I can give you a quick 20-minute calzone recipe or a cheesy stuffed calzone with a creamy garlic sauce that’s perfect for game nights or parties 😋.
Which one do you want?
