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    Home » Recipes » Pizza / Calzone / Stromboli

    Quick Pepperoni Calzones

    Published on September 20, 2022 - Updated on January 6, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Pepperoni filled Calzones are not only super delicious, but they are also quick & easy to make. They make a great snack or meal!
     
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    The thing I love about this Pepperoni Calzones recipe is how quick and easy they are to make. No "knead" (get it?) to make dough for this quick recipe.

    appetizers with dipping sauce

    This calzone recipe is great for a mom (or dad) that wants to cook with their kids. Pre-made dough with sauce out of a jar. Really doesn't get much easier than this.

    cheesy goodness with marinara sauce

    💭 Ingredient Substitution

    If you don't have any pizza sauce on hand you can easily substitute it for your favorite pasta sauce. You can even use different flavor sauces to take your calzones up a notch.

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    The most challenging part of this recipe will be folding and sealing the dough of the calzones once the pepperoni filling is in it. If you don't get a perfect seal the filling will leak out when you bake them. Happens to me often!

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    💭 Recipe Variation

    Instead of chopping up some pepperoni slices, you can use ground beef, ground turkey or if you like it a little spicy some ground chorizo. Just make sure you cook the meat before adding it to the unbaked calzones.

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    🥟 What is a Calzone

    A calzone is pizza dough filled with cheese, meats and vegetables. The dough is baked until golden and the cheese filling is melted and hot. It's typically served with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

    For more great recipes with Pepperoni, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
    • Pepperoni Pizza Style Quesadillas
    • Pizza Style Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
    • Ravioli Pizza Bake

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Quick Pepperoni Calzones recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Pepperoni, Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Frozen Bread Dough, Milk, Parmesan Cheese and Italian Seasoning.

    🥣 How to make Pepperoni Calzones

    Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    In a small bowl, combine the pepperoni, pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese.
    On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into four portions. Roll each piece of dough into a 6-inch circle.
    Place equal amounts of the pepperoni mixture on each piece of dough.
    Fold the dough over the filling. Pinch the edges of the calzones to seal. This will prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
    Place the calzones on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    Brush milk over the top of each calzone. Sprinkle each with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
    Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

    pepperoni calzones

    Quick Pepperoni Calzones

    These Pepperoni filled Calzones are not only super delicious, they are quick & easy to make. They make a great snack or meal!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 calzones
    Calories 470 kcal

    Equipment

    • Bowl for Mixing
    • Baking Sheet

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 cup Pepperoni, chopped
    • ½ cup Pizza Sauce
    • ¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
    • 1 lb Frozen Bread Dough, thawed
    • 2 tablespoon Milk
    • 1 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese, grated
    • ½ teaspoon Italian Seasoning
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
    • In a small bowl, mix the pepperoni, pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese.
    • On a lightly floured surface, divide thedough into four portions. Roll each piece of dough into a 6 inch circle.
    • Place equal amounts the pepperoni mixture on each piece of dough.
    • Fold the dough over the filling. Pinch the edges of the calzones to seal. This will prevent the filling from leaking out during baking.
    • Place the calzones on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    • Brush milk over the top of each calzone. Sprinkle each with Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
    • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 470kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 15gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 1192mgPotassium: 189mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 206IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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