Easy Air Fryer Calzones with Pepperoni and Mozzarella Recipe
These easy air fryer calzones are packed with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, making them a perfect quick meal or kid-friendly snack. With a crispy golden crust achieved by air frying, these calzones are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy a classic comfort food without the hassle of baking in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Calzone Dough
- 1 lb pizza dough
Filling
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
Other
- Cooking spray or oil for air fryer basket
Instructions
- Divide and Roll Dough: Split the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Using your hands, roll each piece into a round or oval pizza shape suitable for folding.
- Add Sauce: Using a ladle or spoon, spread pizza sauce over half of each dough piece, leaving the edges clean to allow for sealing.
- Layer Filling: Add a layer of shredded mozzarella over the sauce, then evenly distribute the pepperoni slices, and top with another layer of mozzarella cheese for extra gooeyness.
- Fold and Seal: Fold the uncovered half of the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press and crimp the edges with your fingers to tightly seal the calzone and prevent leaking during cooking.
- Prepare Air Fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking. Place the calzones in the basket in a single layer, doing batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air Fry: Cook the calzones in the air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 7 to 10 minutes. Halfway through cooking, carefully flip each calzone to ensure even browning. Once golden brown on both sides, the calzones are ready to serve.
- Serve: Remove the calzones from the air fryer, allow to cool slightly, and enjoy hot with additional pizza sauce if desired.
Notes
- Do not overfill the calzones to prevent breaking or leaking during cooking.
- Make sure to crimp edges tightly to seal the filling inside well.
- Adjust air fryer time slightly depending on your model and calzone size.
- Reheat leftover calzones in the air fryer for a crisp crust.
- For a vegetarian version, omit pepperoni or substitute with veggies.
