Description
Deep-Fried Mini Calzones are the ultimate comfort food that combines the crispy exterior of your favorite fried snacks with gooey, cheesy fillings. These bite-sized delights are perfect for gatherings, game nights, or simply satisfying your snack cravings. With their golden-brown crust and customizable ingredients, you can create a variety of flavors to please any palate. Making these mini calzones is a breeze, requiring minimal prep time and straightforward steps. Pair them with marinara sauce or your favorite dip for an irresistible treat that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup assorted fillings (pepperoni, veggies, cooked sausage)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thick and cut into circles.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta and mozzarella cheeses; season as desired.
- Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture and your choice of fillings on one half of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C) and fry the calzones until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve with marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini calzone (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg