Air Fryer Calzone Recipe is a savory bread pocket that is filled with gooey cheese and your favorite pizza topping. This air fryer calzone recipe is easy to make and tastes great.
If you love family-friendly air fryer recipes then this is the recipe for you. Making this air fryer calzones recipe at home allows you to control the quality of the ingredients inside while keeping your costs low.
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Air Fryer Calzone Recipe
Calzones are Italian pizzas that are folded in half and then baked in the oven. This savory dish originated in Naples in the 18th century and quickly became popular across the world.
Why I Love This Recipe
I really enjoy this Air Fryer Calzone Recipe because it is easy to make and tastes great. Plus, your entire family will enjoy it.
- Ready in under 40 minutes
- Easy to make
- Fun to make
- Perfect for picky eaters
If you love this recipe you may also enjoy this Air Fryer Naan Bread Pizza recipe.
Ingredients
These air fryer calzones are so easy to make. Gather the four ingredients that you need and get ready for a delicious meal.
- canned pizza dough
- pizza sauce
- shredded mozzarella cheese
- pepperoni
Substitutions
Pizza dough: Instead of using canned pizza dough, you can use your favorite homemade pizza crust.
Marinara: Out of pizza sauce? Marinara sauce can be used instead.
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
You only need a few basic kitchen tools to help you make this easy family-friendly recipe.
- bowl
- spoon
- fork
- air fryer
How to Make Air Fryer Calzone Recipe
This Air Fryer Calzone Recipe comes together in just 5 simple steps. However, it does require some effort, but the result is well worth it.
Step 1: Flatten the dough
On a floured surface, flatten dough 1/8” thick.
Step 2: Cut out the circles
Using a bowl, cut out 5” circles.
Step 3: Stuff the calzones
Spread pizza sauce on half of the circle, add cheese and pepperoni. Don’t over stuff.
Step 4: Fold the calzones
Fold over the opposite side to form a half-circle. Crimp edges with a fork.
Step 5: Air fryer the calzones
Place calzones in air fryer basket and cook on 400 for 5 minutes, flip and cook for 2 more minutes. Let cool before eating.
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
Are you looking for ideas on how to change up this recipe? Here are some of my favorite tried and true swaps to personalize these air-fried calzones.
Garlic Butter: Brush the tops of the calzones with melted garlic butter for a flavored crust.
Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan cheese makes a savory addition to your calzones.
Peppers: Diced bell peppers added to the cheese and pepperoni are a great way to add in some vegetables.
Toppings/Serving Suggestions
Wondering what to serve with your Air Fryer Calzones? Here is a list of my favorite side dishes, but you can also serve these alone.
- fresh fruit
- side salad
- garlic bread
Tips
Want to make sure that your calzones turn out perfectly? Here are some tips to help you out.
- Be sure to flip the calzones halfway through the cooking time, so that your calzones cook evenly.
- For easy clean-up, you can line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.
- If you are using an oven-style air fryer be sure to place your rack in the middle position.
- Be sure to flour your surface well so that the dough doesn’t stick and rip.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this Air Fryer Calzone recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheat in the air fryer at 400 for 3 minutes.
Yes, you can preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place calzones on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
More Air Fryer Recipes
If you like air fryer recipes, give these recipes a try:
- Air Fryer Monte Cristo
- Air Fryer Toaster Strudel
- Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks
- Air Fryer Hot Pockets
- Air Fryer Biscuits
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📋 Recipe
Air Fryer Calzones
Equipment
- Bowl
- spoon
- fork
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 can pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni
Instructions
- On a floured surface, flatten dough 1/8” thick.
- Using a bowl, cut out 5” circles.
- Spread pizza sauce on half of circle, add cheese and pepperoni. Don’t over stuff.
- Fold over opposite side to form a half circle. Crimp edges with a fork.
- Place calzones in air fryer basket and cook on 400 for 5 minutes, flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Let cool before eating.
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