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Air Fryer Calzones

Air Fryer Calzones: Crispy Cheese Pockets in 20 Minutes

Air Fryer Calzones are quick and delicious, perfect for satisfying cravings in under 20 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 calzones
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 package Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
Filling
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese Can substitute with cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provolone can be used
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a good substitute
  • 1 cup Cooked Meats (pepperoni, sausage, chicken) Use vegetarian option for a meatless version
  • 1 cup Fresh Spinach or Arugula Kale can be used as an alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning can be used instead
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be subbed in
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Can use milk as a non-egg alternative
Dipping Sauce
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Classic dipping sauce for calzones

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring store-bought pizza dough to room temperature, or roll out homemade dough on a floured surface to ¼ inch thick.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, cooked meats, fresh spinach, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Roll out the prepared dough to ¼ inch thick. Cut into 6-8 inch circles.
  4. Using a pizza cutter, cut the rolled dough into circular shapes about 6-8 inches in diameter.
  5. Scoop a generous amount of filling onto one half of the dough circle, avoiding edges.
  6. Fold the dough over the filling and seal edges tightly with a fork.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes. Brush tops of calzones with beaten egg.
  8. Place calzones in air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd.
  9. Cook calzones for 10-15 minutes, checking halfway for golden brown crispiness.
  10. Carefully cut open a calzone to check that filling is bubbly and dough is cooked.
  11. Allow to cool slightly before serving with marinara sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1calzoneCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Preheat for optimal crispiness. Avoid overfilling to prevent spillage. Allow to cool before serving to prevent burns. Customize filling ingredients as desired.

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