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ROLLED CALZONES

Rolled Calzones

These delicious rolled calzones are perfect for dinner or a casual gathering, offering a mix of classic Italian flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 2 calzones
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 454 ml lukewarm water about 110°F/43°C
  • 11 g granulated sugar
  • 2.25 tsp instant or active dry yeast
  • 723 g all-purpose flour
  • 18 g table salt
Filling
  • 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
  • 200 g mozzarella or another melting cheese use thin, even layers
  • 100 g pepperoni for one loaf
  • 100 g spinach cooked and drained
  • 100 g mushrooms cooked and drained
Topping
  • 1 large egg
  • 15 ml water for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp sesame or poppy seeds optional

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

  1. Mix dough ingredients and knead until smooth and elastic. Cover in a bowl; rise about 1 hour, until puffy.
  2. Deflate gently and divide in two. Roll each into a 10×14-inch rectangle.
  3. Spread thinly with sauce and add your chosen fillings. Roll from a long side; pinch ends and seam tightly closed. Set on a parchment-lined sheet.
  4. Cover with lightly greased plastic wrap; rise 45–60 minutes.
  5. Heat oven to 450°F/232°C. Beat egg with water. Slash loaf tops, brush with egg wash, and add optional seeds.
  6. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce to 400°F/204°C; bake about 15 minutes more, until golden.
  7. Rest 10–15 minutes before slicing. Serve with marinara.

Notes

For best results, ensure the filling is not too wet to prevent soggy calzones. Feel free to experiment with different cheese and vegetable combinations.