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Air Fryer Calzones Recipe

Air Fryer Calzones Recipe
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This delicious Air Fryer Calzones recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic Italian favorite with a crispy, golden crust and a savory filling of cheeses, meats, and fresh greens. Perfect for a convenient weeknight dinner or a tasty snack, these calzones are cooked to perfection in the air fryer, delivering a delightful combination of melted cheeses and flavorful ingredients inside a perfectly cooked dough.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 1 package of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

Filling

  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cooked meats (pepperoni, sausage, or chicken), diced
  • 1 cup fresh spinach or arugula, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Finishing

  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: If using store-bought pizza dough, allow it to come to room temperature following package instructions. For homemade dough, roll it out into a thin sheet on a floured surface.
  2. Mix Fillings: In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan cheeses, diced cooked meats, chopped spinach or arugula, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your working surface and roll the pizza dough into a large circle approximately ¼ inch thick to ensure even cooking.
  4. Cut the Dough: Using a pizza cutter or knife, slice the dough into circles around 6 to 8 inches in diameter to make individual calzones.
  5. Fill the Calzones: Spoon a generous amount of the cheese and meat filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edges for sealing.
  6. Fold and Seal: Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal, using a fork to crimp if desired to prevent filling from leaking out.
  7. Prepare for Air Frying: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly beat the egg and brush it on the top of each calzone for a beautiful golden crust when cooked.
  8. Air Fry the Calzones: Arrange the calzones in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 10 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly. Cook in batches if necessary.
  9. Check for Doneness: Ensure the dough is completely cooked and the filling is hot inside. If needed, air fry for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  10. Serve: Let the calzones cool for a couple of minutes before serving them warm with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
  • You can customize the fillings with your favorite meats, vegetables, or cheese varieties.
  • Be sure not to overfill the calzones to prevent leaking during cooking.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, these can also be baked in a conventional oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
  • Allow calzones to cool slightly before cutting to prevent the filling from spilling out.
  • Leftover calzones can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for a crisp finish.

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