Hawaiian Calzone Recipe
Pizza Sauce, Pizza Cheese, Ham and Pineapple.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the water and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Form Dough
Gradually mix the flour into the wet ingredients until a dough begins to form. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Assembly
- 5
Prepare Filling
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by mixing the pizza sauce, diced ham, and diced pineapple in a bowl.
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) while you prepare the calzone.
Calzone Assembly
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into 2 equal portions and roll each portion into a circle about 10 inches in diameter.
- 8
Fill Calzone
Spread half of the pizza sauce mixture on one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edge. Top with 3/4 cup of cheese on each half.
- 9
Seal Calzone
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and pinch the edges to seal. You can crimp the edges with a fork for a decorative touch.
Baking
- 10
Prepare for Baking
Transfer the calzones to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with dried oregano and grated Parmesan cheese.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Remove the calzones from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
