Keto Calzone

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Packed with Italian meats, cheeses, and spices, these Keto Calzones are the perfect folded-version of a standard pizza! They are easy to make and ready to serve in around 30 minutes. Not to mention, they are keto, low-carb, grain-free, gluten-free.

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Say hello to your new favorite weeknight dinner - the Keto Calzone. Because let's admit it, calzones are pure deliciousness! 

They are basically a pizza sandwich! And you can stuff them with all your favorite pizza toppings, so the possibilities are endless.

This calzone is our keto take on the traditional carb-filled calzone you would get at your local pizza shop. It tastes just as good and is super easy to make!

This is one of our favorite keto sandwiches. It is technically a sandwich, even though it tastes more like a pizza.

Be sure to check out our Keto Deep Dish Pizza and Keto BLT Pizza!

Why You Will Love This Keto Calzone!

• Simple to make: It takes about 10 minutes to make these and into the oven they go. They are a great option for an easy weeknight meal.
• Gluten-free: The dough is made with almond flour, meaning these calzones are grain-free, gluten-free, and of course keto-friendly.
• Delicious: If you love pizzas you will love this recipe! Lots of gooey cheese and a tomato base, keto doesn't have to be boring!

Check Out How to Make These Calzones

These calzones only take 30 minutes to make and only require a few steps.

The entire recipe is at the bottom of the post.  But first, we made this video tutorial so you can see how easy these calzones are to make. Watch it now! 

Ingredients

This recipe utilizes a classic Fat Head Crust. Fat Head Crust couldn't be easier to make and tastes incredible whether it is savory or sweet!

Here are the ingredients for the crust:

• Mozzarella: We like to use shredded mozzarella as it melts more easily with the cream cheese.
• Cream cheese: Use full fat.
• Egg: To help bind the ingredients together and get the dough golden brown when it is baked.
• Almond flour: A great low-carb and gluten-free alternative to all purpose flour.
• Baking powder: To help the dough rise.

As for the filling, we are using the following ingredients, but you can stuff your calzone with your favorites:

• Ricotta: A wonderfully creamy soft cheese.
• Mozzarella: For those wonderful cheese strings!
• Italian sausage: Cook the sausage before adding it to the dough.
• Seasonings: Dried oregano and salt.

Be sure to keep reading for more keto-friendly filling ideas!

How to Make a Keto Calzone

The full instructions are detailed in the recipe card at the end of this post.

But we wanted to give you step-by-step instructions, so you know exactly how to make this low-carb calzone.

Step #1. Gather Your Ingredients

First, gather your ingredients for both the crust and filling.

Measure them out ahead of time.

Step #2. Melt the Cheeses

Next, melt the mozzarella and cream cheese in the microwave for a total of 90 seconds, working in 30-second intervals.

Stir between each interval until it is fully melted and there are no visible shreds like the picture below.

Step #3. Add the Other Crust Ingredients

To the same bowl with the melted cheese, add the egg, almond flour, and baking powder.

Knead with your hands until all the ingredients are incorporated, then create a large dough ball.

Step #4. Roll Out the Dough

Divide the dough ball into 3 equal parts.

Roll out each of the 3 dough parts into 8-inch circles in between two layers of parchment as pictured below.

Remove the top layer of parchment paper and carefully transfer the bottom layer of parchment paper with the dough circles onto a baking sheet.

Step #5. Assemble the Calzones

Time to assemble the calzones!

• Mix your fillings (cheeses & sausage) together in medium bowl.
• Put 1/3 of the filling on one half of each dough circle.
• Fold the other half of the dough over and seal the edges with a fork.
• Beat an egg with a fork lightly and brush the egg over the top of each calzone.
• Using a knife, make 3-4 slits in the top of each calzone about an inch apart.
• Sprinkle the calzones with dried oregano and coarse salt.

It should look like the picture below.

Step #6. Bake Your Calzone

Bake at 375°F for 20-26 minutes or until the tops are golden brown.

Take it out of the oven, let cool slightly, and enjoy!

Recipe Notes and Tips

Before you start cooking, let's go over a few quick tips:

• Make sure to both knead and roll out your dough. Don't skip these steps.
• Don't over-stuff. Be careful not to pack your calzone to the brim.
• Pre-cook your vegetables. If you are stuffing your calzone with veggies, sauté them in a skillet until they are softened slightly.
• Avoid hidden sugars. If using pizza sauce, make sure it is sugar-free and don't add too much or the crust will get too soggy. We like to keep our sauce on the side and then dip the calzone into it!

Frequently Asked Questions

More Keto Italian Recipes

If you’d like more delicious Italian Recipes that are perfectly keto, then check out these favorites:

• Keto Deep Dish Pizza
• Keto Italian Cheese Bread
• Keto Cheese Sticks
• Keto Bolognese With Zucchini Ribbons 
• Keto BLT Pizza 

We Can't Wait To See You Try It!

We love seeing our recipes come to life!! We can’t wait to see how you make these and loving seeing each person's unique spin on it! Tag us on Instagram @cleanketolifestyle or use the hashtag #CKLrecipe!