For a richer flavor, consider using a blend of Italian cheeses such as mozzarella and provolone in addition to the cheddar and ricotta. Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite ingredients. Cooked sausage, spinach, or roasted vegetables would all be delicious additions. If you don't have fresh mushrooms on hand, you can use canned mushrooms, but be sure to drain them well before adding them to the filling. For a crispier crust, brush the calzones with a mixture of olive oil and garlic powder before baking.
Real Italian Calzones
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING8 People
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Authentic Italian calzones, crafted without traditional tomato sauce inside, offer a delightful culinary experience. These hand-held pockets are bursting with savory cheeses, pepperoni, and aromatic basil, perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week. Serve with your favorite tomato-based sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate32 g
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Cholesterol64 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein14 g
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Saturated Fat7 g
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Sodium667 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat17 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Make the Dough: In a mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water. Let it sit until foamy, approximately 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sugar, and salt. Mix in 1 cup of flour until smooth. Gradually stir in the remaining flour until the dough is smooth and workable.
02 Step
Recipe View 40 mins Knead and Rise: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead until it becomes elastic, about 5 minutes. Place 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large bowl, lay the dough in the bowl, and flip to coat. Cover and let it rise in a warm place until almost doubled in size, approximately 40 minutes.
03 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the Cheddar cheese, ricotta cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, and dried basil leaves. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate to chill while the dough rises.
04 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
05 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Assemble the Calzones: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 2 equal pieces. Roll each piece out on a lightly floured surface into approximately 1/8-inch-thick circles. Fill each circle with half of the cheese and meat filling.
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Seal and Glaze: Fold the dough over the filling to create a semicircle. Press the edges down firmly with the tines of a fork to seal. Brush the top of each calzone with the beaten egg and place on the prepared baking sheet.
07 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven until the calzones are golden brown, approximately 30 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Vena Rath
Mar 21, 2025These calzones are amazing! The dough is so easy to work with, and the filling is incredibly flavorful.
Niko Farrell
Sep 12, 2023I was a little skeptical about not having tomato sauce inside, but these calzones are delicious without it. The cheese and pepperoni combination is perfect.
Jaime Bosco
Oct 19, 2022I've made these several times, and they always come out perfectly. My family loves them!
Kristoffer Kirlin
Aug 13, 2021I added some sauteed spinach to the filling, and it was a great addition. Thanks for the recipe!