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Calzone Dough

A warm, golden-brown calzone dough that is perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, perfect for any pizza night or cozy family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 calzones
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • ¾ cup warm water 110°F
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar, and instant yeast.
  2. Pour in the warm water and olive oil.
  3. Stir the mixture with a spoon until it forms a shaggy dough.
  4. Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
  6. After it has doubled in size, punch down the dough.
  7. Divide the dough into four equal pieces and roll each into a circle.
  8. Add your favorite fillings on one half of each circle, then fold and crimp the edges.

Notes

Serve paired with a side salad or marinara sauce for dipping.