How to Make Air Fryer Mini Pizza Calzones - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mini pizza calzones are a delicious and comforting snack or meal that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're craving a tasty appetizer for a party or looking for a quick and easy dinner option, these miniature calzones are sure to hit the spot. And with the convenience of an air fryer, you can have these delightful treats on the table in no time.

Calzones are essentially folded over pizzas, and they are traditionally baked in the oven. However, using an air fryer to make mini pi...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (13.8 ounce) package refrigerated pizza dough (such as Pillsbury®)
  • 9 teaspoons pizza sauce
  • 1 (1.75 ounce) package pepperoni (such as Hormel®)
  • 4 ½ tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
  • avocado oil cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 9 mini calzones

  • Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut out 9 circles using a 2 1/8-inch biscuit cutter. Roll each circle into a 4 1/2-inch disc. Fill each disc with 1 teaspoon pizza sauce, 3 slices pepperoni, and 1/2 tablespoon mozzarella cheese. Fold over, secure edges by folding, and crimp with the tines of a fork.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and spray with avocado oil. Place a batch of calzones into the basket and mist them with avocado oil.
  • Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes. Turn calzones over, mist with avocado oil, and air fry until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes more. Repeat with remaining calzones.
  • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 8mg
    • Sodium: 430mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 18mg