These Tomato-Cheese Calzones are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of crispy, golden-brown dough and a gooey, flavorful interior. The filling combines the creamy richness of mozzarella and goat cheese with the salty punch of hard salami and the intense sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. This dish is incredibly versatile, making it ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner, a casual lunch, or a satisfying snack for game day. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂfrom the chewy crust to the soft, melted cheeseâÂÂcreates a memorable eating experience. Simple to assemble yet impressive in presentation, these calzones bring the authentic taste of an Italian bakery straight to your kitchen table.
Tomato-Cheese Calzones
Description
These Tomato-Cheese Calzones are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of crispy, golden-brown dough and a gooey, flavorful interior. The filling combines the creamy richness of mozzarella and goat cheese with the salty punch of hard salami and the intense sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes. This dish is incredibly versatile, making it ideal for a hearty weeknight dinner, a casual lunch, or a satisfying snack for game day. The combination of textures&# 226;ÂÂfrom the chewy crust to the soft, melted cheeseâÂÂcreates a memorable eating experience. Simple to assemble yet impressive in presentation, these calzones bring the authentic taste of an Italian bakery straight to your kitchen table.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your oven to 425ðF (220ðC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, combine the grated mozzarella, crumbled goat cheese, diced salami, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Mix until evenly distributed.
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On a lightly floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle approximately 8-10 inches in diameter.
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Place about 1/3 cup of the cheese and tomato mixture onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edge.
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Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal, ensuring no filling leaks out.
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Transfer the sealed calzones to the prepared baking sheet. Cut 2-3 small slits in the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese inside is bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving to allow the filling to set slightly.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 158.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12.5g20%
- Saturated Fat 7.9g40%
- Cholesterol 39.7mg14%
- Sodium 354.7mg15%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.8g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.6g
- Protein 12.5g25%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For an extra crispy crust, let the shaped calzones rest on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before baking.
You can add a teaspoon of dried oregano or Italian seasoning to the cheese mixture for extra flavor.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350ðF for 10 minutes to restore crispiness.
Ensure the dough is fully thawed if using frozen dough to prevent tearing while rolling.
Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.
