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    Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzone

    January 26, 2017 by Emily Cooper 9 Comments

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    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust!Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

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    Hi friends!

    I'm back for day two of game day-ready recipe making, and it's about that time that we get in the zone.

    The CAL-ZONE.

    ...Or as I like to think of it, the easier way to justify eating an entire pizza by yourself. Gimme eight slices, forgettaboutit. Fold it in half, and suddenly half a pizza seems like child's play.

     I don't make the rules people, it's just plain science.

    Remember all that talk in yesterday's post about how I like to combine recipes rather than make the impossible choice between the two?

    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

    ..yeah, I wasn't kidding. You can just call me Britney, cuz...

     Oops, I did it again. I played with your heart, got lost in the....

    okay, okay I'm finished now. Really. I promise.

    AND I wanted to show that just like regular ol' glutinous pizza dough, this caveman crust isn't just for slathering sauce and cheese on, but fit for numerous and indecisive recipes.

    Although I have tested plenty of times and can safely say that there is nothing wrong with that either. 🙂

    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

    And what better way to sneak in as many football-ready recipes as possible than stuffing it with another popular game day food, jalapeno poppers!

    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

    This wouldn't be my first jalapeno poppin' rodeo, after making a mac & cheese version, but this is 2017 folks, and cauliflower is still QUEEN.

    This version is also gluten-free, which helps me win over more friends with my outrageous food, even those with dietary restrictions. My apologies vegans and non-dairy believers, I had to draw the line somewhere.

    Let us eat!

    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

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    Healthy Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzones Recipe -- A creative twist on a game day favorite appetizer made with a #glutenfree cauliflower pizza crust! | @sinfulnutrition #AD #vegetarian

    Cauliflower Crust Jalapeno Popper Calzone


    ★★★★★

    5 from 1 reviews

    • Author: Sinful Nutrition
    • Total Time: 15 mins
    • Yield: 6 slices 1x
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    Ingredients

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    • 1 Caveman crust (or favorite pizza dough)
    • ¼ cup neufchatel (reduced-fat) cream cheese, softened
    • ¼ teaspoon each salt & pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 475 degrees F.
    2. Remove crust from packaging, and let soften on counter for 5 minutes.
    3. Meanwhile, mix softened cream cheese and spices together in a small bowl.
    4. Spread mixture on one half of crust.
    5. Top with sliced jalapenos and mozzarella cheese.
    6. Fold over the crust to cover mixture, pressing firmly along edges.
    7. Place on a baking sheet, and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.
    8. Cut into 6 slices and serve.
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    • Cook Time: 10 mins
    • Category: appetizer

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    Make it a great day!

    Have you ever eaten an entire calzone?

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Jodi @ Create Kids Club

      January 26, 2017 at 9:59 am

      These looks so delicious! I love the spicy stuffing inside - looks tasty!

      Reply
    2. Mariangelica

      January 26, 2017 at 11:03 am

      This looks so great!! I wanted to tell you your photos have done the job! I'm craving this now! What a creative recipe, will totally be giving this a try and I pinned it to pinterest so that I wouldn't forget!

      Reply
      • Emily Cooper

        January 30, 2017 at 11:37 am

        Aww, thanks so much! Definitely made my day! 😀

        Reply
    3. Liz @ I Heart Vegetables

      January 26, 2017 at 4:13 pm

      OMG This is genius! I'm a carb lover and calzones are so yummy!! I have to try this!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers

      January 26, 2017 at 6:19 pm

      This sounds awesome!!! I love jalepeno poppers so this would be right up my alley. I can't wait to try it!

      Reply
    5. Tee

      January 26, 2017 at 10:21 pm

      So interesting and looks delicious! I'm betting my guy would love these too!

      Reply
    6. abbey sharp

      January 26, 2017 at 10:34 pm

      Mmm this looks great!! I love how you still made pizza very enjoyable but a whole lot healthier!!!

      Reply

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    1. Seven Layer Pizza Dip + Garlicky Cauliflower Crust Chips - Sinful Nutrition says:
      January 27, 2017 at 6:00 am

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    2. A Little Somethin' Sunday #71 - Sinful Nutrition says:
      May 11, 2017 at 11:06 am

      […] will however, be digging into either some nacho pizza, a jalapeno popper calzone, or dipping into this seven layer dip because that’s what football parties are actually […]

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