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Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, affection, and connection. It’s a day when couples express their feelings through heartfelt gifts, sweet gestures, and, most importantly, delicious food. While traditional chocolates and flowers are classics, why not add a unique culinary twist to your Valentine’s Day celebration? Enter the Heart-Shaped Valentine’s Day Calzone, a delightful dish that combines romance with comfort food in a way that’s both creative and delicious.

Valentine’s Day Calzone Hearts

Surprise your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with these adorable heart-shaped calzones! Made with a simple homemade dough and filled with creamy ricotta, gooey mozzarella, and your choice of pepperoni or veggies, these delicious treats are a perfect love-filled meal. Easy to bake and fun to make, serve them warm alongside marinara sauce for dipping and garnish with fresh basil. A romantic, tasty way to celebrate love!
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) active dry yeast

1 teaspoon sugar

3/4 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup warm water (110°F)

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 cup ricotta cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or diced vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach)

1 egg (for egg wash)

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Marinara sauce (for dipping)

Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Instructions
 

In a bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5–10 minutes until frothy.

    In a separate large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

      Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

        Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

          In a bowl, combine ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni or veggies, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.

            Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a heart shape about 1/4 inch thick.

              On one half of each heart, add a generous scoop of the cheese filling. Flip the other half over, sealing the edges by pressing with a fork.

                Brush the tops of the calzones with the beaten egg for a golden finish.

                  Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes or until golden and bubbly.

                    Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping and garnish with fresh basil.

                      Prep Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes | Servings: 4 servings