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Three stacked homemade calzones cut in half on wooden board showing golden-brown crust dusted with Parmesan cheese, melted mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, and fresh basil filling, small bowl of marinara dipping sauce in background

30-Minute Cheesy Homemade Calzone

A crispy, golden-brown pizza dough pocket stuffed with a savory blend of ricotta, mozzarella, and marinara sauce. This handheld Italian classic is baked to perfection in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 calzone
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pizza dough Divided into 4
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Whole milk
  • 1.5 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded Low moisture
  • ½ cup marinara sauce Plus extra for dipping
  • 1 large egg Beaten (wash)
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese Grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For crust
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet Metal
  • 1 Parchment paper Non-stick
  • 1 Pastry brush For egg wash
  • 1 Fork For crimping

Method
 

  1. Roll dough into circles; prep baking sheet.
  2. Layer ricotta, mozzarella, and sauce on one half.
  3. Fold over, crimp edges, and cut steam vents.
  4. Brush with egg, add spices, and bake at 425°F.

Notes

Cut slits in the top before baking to allow steam to escape and prevent the filling from leaking out; let cool for 5 minutes before eating.