Mini-Calzone

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Delicious Mini-Calzone recipe for a quick and easy meal

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
	1/4 cup asiago cheese ( plus additional for sprinkling ) or 1/4 cup romano cheese , grated ( plus additional for sprinkling )
	1/4 cup frozen chopped spinach , thawed , squeezed and drained
	salt , to taste
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste
	1 package refrigerated prepared pizza crust
	1 egg yolk , beaten with
	1 teaspoon water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

158

Sugar

Fat

Mini-calzones are a mini version of traditional calzones, which are folded pizzas filled with cheese, meat, and vegetables. These mini-calzones are filled with a mixture of ricotta cheese, asiago or romano cheese, and spinach, which gives them a unique flavor and texture. They are quick and easy to make, making them perfect for busy weeknights. They can also be customized with your favorite pizza toppings, such as mushrooms, pepperoni, or sausage. Serve them as a main dish with a side salad or as an appetizer at your next party.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400ºF (200°C).
2.	In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, asiago or romano cheese, chopped spinach, salt, and pepper.
3.	Unroll the pizza crust onto a lightly floured surface.
4.	Cut the dough into twelve even squares.
5.	Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture onto one half of each square of dough, leaving a small edge around the sides.
6.	Fold the other half of the dough over the cheese, stretching the edges to seal the calzones closed.
7.	Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8.	Brush the tops of the calzones with the egg wash and sprinkle with additional asiago or romano cheese, if desired.
9.	Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

These mini-calzones are quick and easy to make, perfect for a weeknight meal or a party appetizer.

They are also customizable, so you can add your favorite pizza toppings to the filling.

CONS

The pizza crust used in this recipe is not gluten-free, and the cheese filling is high in fat and calories.

These should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these mini-calzones are not particularly healthy, the spinach and ricotta cheese filling provides some calcium, vitamin A, and protein.
Spinach is also low in calories and high in antioxidants, which can help protect against diseases like cancer and heart disease.