Cheese Calzone
If your family loves pizza night, this Cheese Calzone recipe is a must-try addition to your rotation when you feel like skipping the traditional cheese pizza. Our calzones are made with only 5 ingredients.
Servings: 3
Calories: 727kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese freshly shredded
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 500℉ with the pizza stone inside. Leave inside for at least 20 minutes before cooking the calzones.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning until combined.
- Divide the pizza dough into three equal pieces. Roll each portion into a 7-inch circle.
- Place ⅓ of the cheese filling onto one half of each dough circle. Fold the empty half over the filling and pinch the edges together. Press edges down with a fork to seal.
- Sprinkle the hot pizza stone with cornmeal. Place the calzones onto the stone, leaving space between them. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and make 1–3 small slits on top of each calzone.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the calzones are golden and firm on the outside. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. They can be frozen for up to 6 months. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer until warmed through.
Tip 1: Seal the edges well. Pinch firmly to prevent cheese from oozing out while baking.
Tip 2: Freshly shredded cheese is key. Pre-shredded cheeses don’t melt as smoothly.
Nutrition
Serving: 12oz | Calories: 727kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1514mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 758IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 465mg | Iron: 5mg
