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Spinach Cheese Mini Calzones

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35min

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12 servings

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These Spinach Cheese Mini Calzones pack all the flavor of a traditional calzone into bite-sized packages perfect for snacking or appetizers. Flaky pizza dough envelops a savory filling of fresh spinach and melted cheese, creating a hand-held treat that's crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these mini calzones are ideal for parties, game day gatherings, or anytime you need a crowd-pleasing finger food with Italian-inspired flavors.

Nutrition Facts

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Sugar
1 g
1 g
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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2
Prepare the Spinach

Wash spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.

3
Cook the Spinach

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

4
Drain the Spinach

Transfer cooked spinach to a colander and press with the back of a spoon to remove excess moisture.

5
Chop the Spinach

Roughly chop the drained spinach.

6
Prepare the Garlic

Peel and mince garlic cloves.

7
Make the Filling

In a medium bowl, combine chopped spinach, ricotta cheese, 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

8
Prepare the Dough

On a lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.

9
Cut Dough Circles

Using a 3-inch round cutter or glass, cut out 24 circles from the dough.

10
Fill the Calzones

Place about 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of 12 dough circles.

11
Top with Cheese

Sprinkle a small amount of the remaining mozzarella cheese over each filled circle.

12
Prepare Egg Wash

In a small bowl, beat egg with 1 teaspoon of water.

13
Seal the Calzones

Brush the edges of the filled dough circles with egg wash. Top each with a remaining dough circle and press edges firmly to seal.

14
Crimp the Edges

Use a fork to crimp the edges of each calzone.

15
Brush with Oil

Brush the tops of the calzones with remaining olive oil.

16
Cut Vents

Use a sharp knife to cut a small vent in the top of each calzone.

17
Arrange on Baking Sheet

Place calzones on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

18
Bake

Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

19
Cool Slightly

Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

20
Serve

Serve warm.

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