Campfire Calzones

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 6

Savory and easy-to-make campfire calzones for your outdoor adventures

by The Chefin Pizza

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 tablespoons margarine
	8 slices white bread ( Wonder Bread is fine , the denser , the better )
	48 slices pepperoni ( thin slices )
	4 ounces tomato sauce , spicy ( I use El Pato brand )
	12 ounces mozzarella cheese , shredded
	2 fresh tomatoes ( large , sliced )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

650

Sugar

Fat

44g

When you're spending time outdoors, it can be challenging to come up with easy and satisfying meal ideas. That's where these campfire calzones come in handy! They are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional pizza that can be made over an open flame or on a portable grill. The crust is made from sliced bread, which is a convenient and budget-friendly alternative to pizza dough. You can pack the ingredients with you on your adventure and assemble the calzones on the spot. They are a great way to fuel up for a day of hiking, swimming, or exploring!

Instructions

1.	Heat up the margarine in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.	Take 2 slices of bread and lay them flat on top of each other to make a single pizza crust.
3.	Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce over one side of the crust, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges.
4.	Place 6 slices of pepperoni on top of the sauce, followed by 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
5.	Top with a few slices of tomato, then fold the crust in half and press the edges together.
6.	Repeat with the remaining slices of bread until you have 4 calzones.
7.	Place the calzones in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
8.	Cut in half and serve hot!

PROS

These calzones are easy to make and perfect for camping trips, picnics, or outdoor parties.

They are filling and can be customized with your favorite toppings.

CONS

They are high in calories, fat, and sodium, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They can also be messy to eat, so make sure to have napkins on hand!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these calzones are not the healthiest option, they can be made with whole wheat bread and loaded up with vegetables for added nutrition.
Pepperoni is high in saturated fat and sodium, but it can be swapped out with turkey pepperoni or vegetarian options.
Tomatoes are a good source of vitamin C and fiber, and mozzarella cheese provides calcium and protein.