Description
Indulge in the joy of Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets—a delightful twist on traditional pizza! These scrumptious pockets are perfect for a quick snack, an easy dinner, or a fun party appetizer. Stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings, each bite offers a comforting blend of flavors wrapped in warm, flaky dough. Ideal for picky eaters and adventurous foodies alike, these customizable treats can be tailored to suit any palate. In just 25 minutes, you’ll have a delectable dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough)
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: mini pepperoni, cooked sausage, or assorted vegetables
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut it into 4×4 inch squares.
- Spread marinara sauce on each square, leaving edges clear.
- Layer with mozzarella cheese and desired toppings; sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Fold over to create pockets and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with extra marinara for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg