Kids’ Calzones

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 12

Delicious Kids' Calzone recipe for a quick and easy meal

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

562

Sugar

Fat

27g

Kids' Calzones are a kid-friendly version of the classic calzone. Made with ground beef, pizza sauce, ripe olives, and shredded mozzarella cheese, these calzones are a delicious and satisfying meal that kids will love. They can be served with a side salad or some fresh fruit for a well-rounded meal. The best part is, they are quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a weekend lunch.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2.	Cook the ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crumbled. Drain the excess grease from the skillet.
3.	Add the pizza sauce, ripe olives, basil, and oregano to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
4.	Cut the French rolls or French bread in half lengthwise. Spoon the beef mixture onto one side of each roll or bread, spreading it out evenly. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
5.	Fold the other side of the roll or bread over the beef and cheese, pressing down gently to close.
6.	Place the calzones on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Kids’ Calzones are a quick and easy meal that kids will love.

They can be made with your choice of pizza toppings and are a great way to get picky eaters to try new foods.

CONS

Kids’ Calzones can be high in fat and calories depending on the ingredients used.

They are also a bit messy to eat, so be prepared for some clean up afterwards.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kids’ Calzones can be a good source of protein and calcium if made with lean ground beef and low-fat cheese.
The pizza sauce and herbs used in the recipe can also provide some antioxidants and vitamins.

	1/2 lb ground beef
	1/4 cup chopped onion
	1 can of your favorite pizza sauce
	2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives ( optional )
	1 teaspoon basil
	1/2 teaspoon oregano
	3 French rolls or 1 loaf French bread
	1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese