Mini Calzones with Margherita® Pepperoni

Mini calzones are stuffed with savory Margherita® pepperoni slices, shredded mozzarella cheese and fresh mushrooms.

• Preparation Time: 2 hr
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 2 hr 10 mins
• Calories: 984 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 (.25 ounce) packages active dry yeast
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 pinch ground thyme
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• ¾ teaspoon sugar
• 4 cups all purpose flour
• 1 ½ cups lukewarm water
• 8 ounces Margherita® pepperoni slices
• 8 ounces shredded mozzarella
• 1 tablespoon Egg wash

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

On a flat surface, place the flour, sugar, salt & butter to create a well.

Step 2

In a separate bowl place lukewarm water and yeast. Mix well together. Incorporate the water/yeast mixture into center of your well. Knead your dry and wet ingredients together until it takes the shape of a ball. Let the dough rest for approximately 2 hours.

Step 3

Divide your ball into 2 ounce sections. Roll out each 2 ounce section into a circular flat surface. Place Pepperoni, Mozzarella and Mushroom slices in the center.

Step 4

Fold over your dough, creating a half moon shape. Optional: brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds and thyme.

Step 5

Bake for 8-10 minutes at 425 degrees. Cut into 3 strips and serve.