Description
These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a delicious and convenient snack or meal option. With a flaky crust and gooey cheese filling, they are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Options:
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough for flakier texture)
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
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the dough and cut into squares.
- Add Filling: Place a spoonful of sauce, cheese, and desired toppings on each square.
- Seal Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to create pockets and crimp the edges.
- Bake: Brush with egg wash, sprinkle with oregano or garlic powder, and bake until golden brown.
Notes
- You can customize the filling with your favorite pizza toppings.
- These pizza pockets can be frozen before baking for a quick snack option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Homemade, Cheesy, Pizza Pockets, Easy Recipe, Snack, Appetizer