Here’s a simple, homemade cheesy pizza pockets recipe that’s easy, quick, and delicious:
Ingredients (makes 6–8 pockets)
- 1 package of refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade dough)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ cup pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
- ½ cup pepperoni slices, cooked sausage, or any preferred toppings (optional)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Prepare Dough:
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle about ¼-inch thick. - Cut Dough:
Cut the dough into squares (about 4×4 inches) for individual pockets. - Fill Pockets:
- Spread about 1–2 teaspoons of pizza sauce in the center of each square.
- Add a generous handful of shredded mozzarella and any other toppings you like.
- Sprinkle a little Parmesan and Italian seasoning on top.
- Seal Pockets:
Fold the dough over to form a triangle or rectangle, enclosing the filling.
Press the edges with a fork to seal tightly. - Egg Wash:
Beat the egg and brush it lightly over the tops of the pockets. This gives a golden, shiny finish. - Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown. - Serve:
Let cool for a couple of minutes, then serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Tips:
- You can freeze unbaked pockets for a quick meal later. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
- Swap fillings: veggies, ham, or even a bit of cream cheese for extra gooeyness.
If you want, I can give you a super quick 5-minute version using just tortillas—no dough prep needed. Do you want me to do that?
