Description
Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate snack that brings together a crispy golden crust and a gooey, cheesy filling. Perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or a quick dinner, these delightful pockets are easy to customize with your favorite toppings. Whether you’re entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in, these irresistible bites will have everyone coming back for more. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, they are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices (or veggies)
- ½ cup tomato sauce (for filling and dipping)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until about 1/8 inch thick.
- Cut out circles using a round cutter or glass (4-5 inches in diameter).
- In the center of each circle, place 1 tablespoon of mozzarella cheese, a couple of pepperoni slices, and a small spoonful of tomato sauce.
- Fold each circle in half and pinch the edges tightly to seal; crimp with a fork if desired.
- Place the filled pockets on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving with extra tomato sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket (80g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg