Stromboli vs Calzone? Difference Explained by an Italian Foodie – Chef's Pencil

Stromboli vs Calzone? Difference Explained by an Italian Foodie – Chef's Pencil

HomeCooking Tips, RecipesStromboli vs Calzone? Difference Explained by an Italian Foodie – Chef's Pencil

There are many similarities between stromboli and calzone two delicious Italian classics. However true connoisseurs will quickly notice the underlying differences that make each dish unique and incomparable. Although both dishes are made with pizza dough and tasty fillings their ingredients cooking methods and origins vary considerably.

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Calzone vs Stromboli

One is shaped like a half moon the other is rolled up; one contains the typical pizza ingredients while the other is usually filled with cold cuts; one is unmistakably and typically Italian while the other is… well not really Italian at all.

But before we reveal too much let's first briefly discuss each recipe individually. Then we'll look at the key distinguishing features and how they relate to each unique recipe.

Calzone literally translated as pants is essentially a folded pizza with the edges sealed together to form a half-moon or as the name suggests a pocket-like shape.