Pizzette Mini Calzoni Recipe
These bite-sized Italian calzoni are perfect for appetizers, parties, or snacking. Filled with gooey cheese, tomato sauce, and your favorite fillings, they’re fun to make and easy to eat. Great for kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet pizza dough
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup diced pepperoni or cooked vegetables optional
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 egg for egg wash
- All-purpose flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
- Use a round cutter to cut dough into 3-inch circles.
- Spoon a small amount of sauce, cheese, and filling onto one half of each circle.
- Fold dough over and press edges to seal; crimp with a fork.
- Place calzoni on a baking sheet lined with parchment.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with oregano.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can freeze uncooked mini calzoni and bake directly from frozen.
- Customize the filling to your taste – try mushrooms, olives, or ham.
- Don’t overfill to avoid leakage during baking.