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Golden brown air fryer calzones on a rustic wooden table, flaky crust with melted cheese oozing out, garnished with fresh basil leaves, perfectly crispy edges, steaming hot and inviting.

Quick and Crispy Air Fryer Calzones for Easy Dinner

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These air fryer calzones are a speedy way to enjoy a classic Italian favorite with minimal effort. Filled with cheese and your choice of toppings, they cook to perfection in the air fryer, delivering a crispy crust and melty interior.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 calzones 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 sheet of pre-made pizza dough
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup cooked sausage or pepperoni (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Egg wash (1 beaten egg)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle and cut into four equal sections.
  3. Spread marinara sauce over half of each section, then top with cheese and optional fillings.
  4. Fold the dough over the fillings to form a calzone and seal the edges.
  5. Brush the tops with egg wash.
  6. Place calzones in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
  7. Cook for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize fillings with vegetables or meats.
  • Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free upon using gluten-free dough

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 calzone
  • Calories: 320 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 750mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg