Can I use homemade pizza dough instead of store-bought?

Can I use homemade pizza dough instead of store-bought? Absolutely! Just make sure it's rolled to about 1/4-inch thickness—thicker dough won't cook through properly in the air fryer. I sometimes use my favorite no-knead dough when I've got extra time.

How do I keep the bottom from getting soggy?

Two tricks: Don't overfill (that's key!), and make sure your air fryer is fully preheated. If you're still having issues, try placing a small rack or even a piece of parchment with holes punched in it under the calzone.

Can I freeze these before cooking?

Yes! Assemble them, then freeze on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag. Cook straight from frozen—just add 2-3 extra minutes to the cooking time.

What if cheese leaks out during cooking?

No panic! Just let it cool for a minute before removing—the cheese will crisp up into delicious little "frico" bits that everyone fights over at my house.

Mouthwatering 10-Minute Air Fryer Pepperoni Calzones

Description

Easy and delicious air fryer pepperoni calzones filled with cheese and pepperoni.

Ingredients

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni slices
1/2 cup ricotta cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 pre-made pizza dough
1 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
Roll out pizza dough into a circle.
Mix mozzarella, ricotta, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
Place filling on one half of the dough.
Fold dough over and seal edges.
Brush with olive oil.
Air fry for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Let calzone cool for 2 minutes before cutting.
Serve with marinara sauce.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air Fry
Cuisine: Italian