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Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones

Creative Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones for Halloween Fun

These Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones bring festive fun to Halloween with customizable fillings and adorable designs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 51 minutes
Servings: 4 calzones
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
Filling
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Any melty cheese can be used
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Store-bought or homemade
  • to taste Toppings (e.g., pepperoni, veggies) Customize with your favorite
Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Olive oil can be used as a vegan substitute
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Round Cutter
  • Pastry Brush

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out pizza dough to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut into circles.
  3. Carve jack-o’-lantern faces on half of the circles.
  4. On the uncarved circles, spread pizza sauce, add mozzarella cheese and toppings, leaving a ½-inch border.
  5. Place carved dough pieces on top and seal the edges.
  6. Brush the tops with beaten egg or olive oil.
  7. Bake calzones for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1calzoneCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Customize fillings and enjoy a festive family-friendly cooking experience. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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