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Mini Heart-Shaped Calzones

Mini Heart-Shaped Calzones That Everyone Will Adore

Mini Heart-Shaped Calzones are a delightful treat, perfect for romantic dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 17 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 47 minutes
Servings: 12 calzones
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use unbleached flour for best results.
  • 1 packet Yeast Quick-rise yeast accelerates the process.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor of the dough.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Can be reduced slightly if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Feel free to adjust based on preference.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with melted butter if desired.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce Store-bought for convenience.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Substitute with other cheeses if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup Cheddar Cheese Mix and match with other cheeses for a unique twist.
  • 1/2 cup Pepperoni Cut slices into quarters for better distribution.
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 egg Egg Wash A beaten egg brushed on before baking.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cookie cutter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, yeast, salt, sugar, and Italian seasoning. Pour in warm water and olive oil, kneading until a smooth dough forms.
  2. If you’re not using quick-rise yeast, let the dough rise for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
  3. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Once the dough is ready, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  4. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out cute heart shapes.
  5. On the center of one heart-shaped cutout, place a small spoonful of pizza sauce, followed by mozzarella, cheddar, and pepperoni.
  6. Brush the edges of the dough with water, cover it with another heart shape, and seal the edges with a fork to secure the filling.
  7. Arrange the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 14-17 minutes, or until they are golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before digging in.

Nutrition

Serving: 1calzoneCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping. For best results, reheat calzones in the oven rather than using the microwave.

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