Description
These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a delicious, kid-friendly snack or meal option made with simple ingredients including pizza dough, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and pizza sauce. Quickly baked to golden perfection, they are perfect for lunch, dinner, or parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Base
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
Fillings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, bell peppers)
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Finishing
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut the dough into 8 equal rectangles sized to your preference.
- Add Sauce and Fillings: In the center of each dough rectangle, spread about a tablespoon of pizza sauce. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce and add your choice of toppings like pepperoni slices.
- Form Pockets: Fold the dough over the fillings to create pockets. Seal the edges by pressing together with your fingers or using a fork to crimp the edges securely.
- Apply Egg Wash: Whisk the egg in a small bowl and brush it lightly over the top of each pizza pocket to help achieve a golden, glossy finish when baked.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Arrange the stuffed pockets on the baking sheet and brush the tops lightly with olive oil for added crispness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the dough turns golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy your cheesy pizza pockets!
Notes
- Feel free to customize fillings with vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
- Ensure the edges are sealed well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Use a fork to crimp edges for a decorative and secure seal.
- Brush olive oil on top for a crispier crust; you can skip for a softer finish.
- Leftover pockets can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
