Air Fryer Calzones
Introduction
Air Fryer Calzones deliver the irresistible combination of golden, crispy crust with gooey, perfectly melted fillings—all in a fraction of the time and with far less mess than traditional oven baking. These handheld pockets make an ideal quick dinner, party snack, or lunchbox hit, thanks to the magic of the air fryer ensuring consistent, delicious results every time.
Why Make Air Fryer Calzones?
Calzones are already a crowd-pleaser, thanks to their endless customization options, easy handling, and comfort-food appeal. Cooking them in an air fryer brings an added layer of crispness, while dramatically reducing oil compared to deep frying and slashing cooking times compared to a conventional oven. The result: a piping-hot, crispy-yet-tender calzone with minimal hassle—perfect for weeknight eats or satisfying that pizza craving with less guilt.
Choosing and Prepping Your Calzone Fillings
One of the joys of homemade calzones is that you’re only limited by your imagination. Classic combos include mozzarella, ricotta, pepperoni, and spinach, but feel free to get creative with cooked sausage, mushrooms, roasted veggies, or even ham and pineapple.
Prep your fillings by chopping vegetables with precision using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper and pre-cooking ingredients as needed in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch. This ensures all components are tender and perfectly blended for the calzone interior.
Shaping and Stuffing Your Calzones
To assemble, roll pizza dough into even rounds and load up with your favorite fillings. Don’t overstuff—about 2–3 tablespoons is plenty. Leave a margin around the edge for a firm seal. A bamboo cutting board like the Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 makes the rolling and stuffing neat and easy.
Seal the calzones by crimping the edges with a fork or pinching tightly—this prevents leaks and ensures an even cook. Brush lightly with olive oil from the TrendPlain 16oz/470ml Olive Oil Sprayer for Cooking for a beautiful golden finish.
Effortless Air Frying for Crunchy, Melty Calzones
Layer your calzones in a single layer, ideally on Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll to prevent sticking and ease cleanup. Using a high-quality appliance like the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey yields consistent results: crisp, tender exteriors and perfectly gooey interiors every time.
Cook in batches if necessary to maintain airflow and an even cook. After just 8–10 minutes, you’ll have piping hot calzones ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions and Storage Tips
Serve your air fryer calzones with marinara on the side for dipping, or alongside a fresh salad packed in a Bentgo Salad Container for a balanced meal. Leftovers can be stored in airtight Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers and reheated in the air fryer for that just-baked crunch.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe yields 4 hearty calzones. Each calzone (without sauce) is approximately 350–400 calories, depending on fillings—plenty satisfying as a meal or substantial snack.
Air Fryer Calzones (Recap)
With the speed and crisping power of the air fryer, you can enjoy homemade calzones in under 30 minutes, with less oil and stress. The customizable filling options cater to every taste and dietary preference, making this a family favorite that’s both fun and fast.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare your fillings: sauté vegetables and cook any proteins if needed, chopping them using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for even pieces.
- On a Bamboo Cutting Board, divide pizza dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into a 6–7″ circle using a rolling pin.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce on half of each round, leaving a ½” border. Top with mozzarella, ricotta, meat, and veggies. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Fold the dough over fillings to form a half-moon. Press edges to seal; crimp with a fork for a tight closure.
- Brush calzones lightly with olive oil using a TrendPlain Olive Oil Sprayer for even coverage.
- Preheat your COSORI Air Fryer to 375°F. Line with a sheet of Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll for easy cleanup.
- Place calzones in air fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Air fry 8–10 minutes, flipping once, until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving with plenty of marinara sauce for dipping.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Enjoy the unbeatable combination of crisp crust and molten filling, ready in the time it takes to set the table—a true win for flavor and convenience!
