Calzone Recipe
A delicious and hearty calzone filled with rich cheeses and savory ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture and olive oil to the flour, mixing until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
- Spread ricotta cheese evenly over half of the dough circle, leaving a border.
- Sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and basil on top of the ricotta.
- Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges.
- Cut a few slits on top for steam to escape and brush with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 2g