Loaded Pepperoni Calzone Bites

Calzones began in Naples as handy folded pizzas for workers on the go. These loaded bites tuck pepperoni, ricotta, and mozzarella into flaky biscuit dough, baked golden in a muffin tin.

Serves 4 · 20 min prep · 18 min cook

Estimate for one serving

• 480 cal
• 21g protein
• 38g carbs
• 27g fat
• 3g fiber

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Ingredients

• 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
• 5 oz sliced pepperoni
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup marinara sauce
• as needed olive oil spray

Instructions

1. 1Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly spray a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil so the bites release cleanly.
2. 2Separate the biscuit dough into individual pieces and flatten each into a 4-inch round on a lightly floured counter.
3. 3In a bowl, stir together the ricotta, half the mozzarella, the Parmesan, oregano, and red pepper flakes until creamy and well combined.
4. 4Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough round, then top with several folded pepperoni slices and the remaining mozzarella.
5. 5Gather the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching firmly at the top to seal into a neat pouch; place each pouch seam-side down in a muffin cup.
6. 6Beat the egg and brush it lightly over the tops of the sealed bites for shine and color.
7. 7Bake for 16 to 18 minutes until the dough is puffed, deep golden, and the pepperoni aroma fills the kitchen.
8. 8Let the bites rest in the tin for 2 minutes, then carefully lift them out with a small offset spatula onto a serving plate.
9. 9Warm the marinara sauce and serve it in a bowl for dipping so every crispy bite gets a saucy finish.
10. 10Eat while hot so the cheese stays molten and the pepperoni stays spicy and fragrant.