Description
These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate family favorite, perfect for a fun meal or snack. Filled with gooey cheese, savory marinara sauce, and your favorite toppings, these pizza pockets are a delicious treat for everyone to enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Options:
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough for flakier texture)
- Optional: Homemade pizza dough
Filling:
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mini pepperoni or cooked sausage (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Topping:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Dried oregano or garlic powder (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out dough and cut into 4×4 inch squares or circles, depending on your preference.
- Spread a small spoonful of marinara sauce on each piece, leaving edges clear.
- Add mozzarella, Parmesan, and any desired toppings. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
- Fold the dough over to form a pocket and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with oregano or garlic powder.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Cool slightly before serving. Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pizza Pockets, Homemade Pizza, Family Dinner Recipe
