Description
This traditional Italian calzone features soft homemade dough filled with creamy ricotta, melted mozzarella, and rich marinara sauce, baked to golden perfection. It is hearty, comforting, and perfect for a satisfying homemade meal.
Ingredients
3 1/2 cups (440g) all-purpose flour
1 packet (7g) instant yeast
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
1 1/4 cups (300ml) warm water
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cups (200g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup (250g) ricotta cheese
1 cup (240ml) marinara sauce
Cooked sausage (optional)
Spinach (optional)
Mushrooms (optional)
Bell peppers (optional)
1 egg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Add warm water and olive oil, then stir until a soft dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare optional fillings by cooking sausage and sautéing vegetables, then allow them to cool.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll each into an 8-inch circle.
- Spread marinara sauce over one half of each dough circle.
- Add mozzarella, ricotta, and any optional fillings.
- Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and crimp edges with a fork to seal.
- Cut small vents in the tops to allow steam to escape.
- Beat the egg and brush it over the tops.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
Notes
Use store-bought pizza dough for a quicker option.
Avoid overfilling or using too much sauce to prevent soggy calzones.
Ensure cooked vegetables are not watery before adding.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
