homemade calzone

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Nov 24, 2025

This easy-to-make, delectable homemade calzone recipe makes fresh-baked hot pockets from pizza crust, filled with marinara sauce, pepperoni, and melted mozzarella. They are always a hit with family and friends, and with a few simple tips, you can have these in the oven in no time at all.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store-bought pizza dough)
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup shredded Provolone
  • sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • baby spinach (optional)
  • diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon cool water
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram or oregano

How To Make homemade calzone

  • Step 1
    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or brush with olive oil.
  • Step 2
    Lightly flour your work surface and cut the pizza dough into four equal portions using a pizza cutter. Gently stretch and pat out the pizza dough into 1/4-inch-thick circles.
  • Step 3
    Spoon 2 tablespoons of marinara onto each dough circle and spread it out, leaving at least a 1/2 inch of the edge sauce-free.
  • Step 4
    Divide your pepperoni and cheese evenly and add any desired vegetables.
  • Step 5
    Fold the dough over, creating a half circle, and crimp the edges, first rolling together with your fingers and then crimping with a fork.
  • Step 6
    Cut 3 slits in the top of each one.
  • Step 7
    Beat the egg and water together. Brush lightly over the exposed dough. Sprinkle with dried marjoram.
  • Step 8
    Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Discover More

Method: Bake
Culture: American
Category: Pizza
Ingredient: Flour

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