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Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones

Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones: Fun Halloween Bites for Everyone

Jack-O’-Lantern Calzones are fun, customizable Halloween bites that engage everyone in the kitchen.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 8 calzones
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Halloween
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 batch Pizza Dough Homemade or store-bought
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Can swap with cheddar
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce Spread lightly to avoid bursting
  • as needed Toppings (e.g., pepperoni, veggies) Customize with your favorites
For Egg Wash
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with milk for a matte finish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Round cutter
  • Pastry brush
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out pizza dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into circles (6-8 pieces).
  3. Carve spooky faces into half of the dough circles with a small knife.
  4. Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on non-carved circles and top with mozzarella and toppings.
  5. Place carved dough circles on top, seal the edges, and crimp them tightly.
  6. Whisk together egg and water for egg wash and brush the calzones.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up.
  8. Allow to cool for 2-3 minutes on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1calzoneCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These calzones can be personalized with various fillings and are perfect for Halloween parties.

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