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Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets 

These homemade pizza pockets are crispy on the outside, gooey and cheesy on the inside, and super easy to customize with your favorite fillings!

  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 pockets 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Optional fillings: mini pepperoni, cooked sausage, mushrooms, spinach, bell peppers
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Optional toppings: Italian seasoning, garlic powder, red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, divide the dough into 6–8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 5-inch circle.
  3. Spread 1 tablespoon of sauce on one half of each dough circle, leaving a border.
  4. Add a generous sprinkle of mozzarella and parmesan, plus any desired toppings.
  5. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon. Pinch the edges together and crimp with a fork to seal.
  6. Beat the egg and brush over the tops of the pockets for a golden finish. Add optional seasonings if desired.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use cold fillings to avoid soggy dough.
  • Don’t overstuff the pockets—too much filling can cause leaks.
  • Freeze unbaked pockets for easy future meals. Bake from frozen with a few extra minutes.
  • Reheat in the oven at 375°F or microwave (wrap in paper towel).
  • Serve with warm marinara, ranch, or garlic butter for dipping.
  • Author: Selena Trump
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pocket
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

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