Pee Wee Pepperoni Calzones
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Description: This delightful recipe, featured in Quick Cooking magazine, has become a favorite in our household, especially on movie nights. These Pee Wee Pepperoni Calzones are a hit with kids and adults alike, making them an easy and delicious snack. Perfect for a quick lunch or snack, these calzones are simple to prepare and bursting with cheesy, pepperoni goodness.
Category: Lunch/Snacks
Keywords: < 30 Mins, Beginner Cook, Easy
Ingredients:
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pepperoni slices, chopped
- 1 can (of 8) biscuit dough
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This step is crucial to ensure your calzones bake evenly and become perfectly golden brown.
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Prepare Filling: In a medium-sized bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese with the chopped pepperoni. Mix well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld together.
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Flatten Biscuits: Using a rolling pin, flatten each biscuit dough piece into a 4-inch round. Make sure to roll them out evenly so that your calzones will bake uniformly.
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Add Filling: Place a tablespoon of the cheese and pepperoni mixture on one half of each dough round. Be careful not to overfill, as this can cause the calzones to burst open while baking.
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Seal Edges: Fold the other half of the dough over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly to seal, and use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch and to ensure a tight seal.
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Add Ventilation: Using a fork or a knife, make three small slits on the top of each calzone. This allows steam to escape during baking and helps achieve a crispy exterior.
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Bake: Place the calzones on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
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Serve: Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm, ideally with a side of warmed marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 781
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Cholesterol: 54.2 mg
- Sodium: 2432.7 mg
- Carbohydrates: 81.6 g
- Fiber: 5.5 g
- Sugar: 14.7 g
- Protein: 25.4 g
Yield: 4 servings
Enjoy your Pee Wee Pepperoni Calzones as a perfect, quick snack for movie night or a fun lunch option that everyone will love. The warm, gooey cheese paired with savory pepperoni encased in a golden biscuit dough creates a delightful bite every time.
