Delicious Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones for Spooky Family Fun

Delight in these Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones for Halloween celebrations, perfect for family fun and creativity.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 18

Resting Time 10

Total Time 43

Servings: 4 calzones

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dough

1 batch Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade

Filling

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded, add herbs for extra flavor
1 cup Pizza Sauce Can substitute with marinara or pesto
as desired Toppings (e.g., pepperoni, veggies) Customize based on preferences

Sealing

1 large Egg Can replace with milk for vegan option

Optional Flavors

1 tablespoon Olive Oil Optional for enhancing flavors

Equipment

Baking Sheet
Parchment Paper
Rolling Pin
Round cutter or bowl
Small Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out pizza dough to about ¼-inch thick and cut into circles for the calzone bases.
Carve playful jack-o’-lantern faces into half of the dough circles.
On plain dough circles, spread pizza sauce, layer mozzarella and toppings, leaving a border.
Place carved circles on top, press edges to seal, and crimp with a fork.
Beat an egg and brush it over the tops of the calzones.
Bake calzones in the oven for about 15 to 18 minutes until golden brown.
Let cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving with pizza sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1calzoneCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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