Description

These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are perfect for a quick and delicious snack or meal. Made with refrigerated pizza dough filled with melty mozzarella cheese, tangy pizza sauce, and zesty pepperoni, they’re easy to assemble and bake to golden perfection. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, these pockets are a fun twist on classic pizza that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Pizza Dough

1 package refrigerated pizza dough

Filling

1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or your favorite pizza toppings)
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Finishing

1 egg (for egg wash)
Olive oil (for brushing)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
Prepare Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the refrigerated pizza dough evenly. Cut the dough into 8 equal rectangles or adjust the size to your preference.
Add Filling: Spread about a tablespoon of pizza sauce in the center of each dough rectangle. Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add pepperoni slices or your chosen toppings. Sprinkle the dried oregano and garlic powder evenly over the fillings for extra flavor.
Form Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket. Seal the edges securely by pressing with your fingers or using a fork to crimp the edges, ensuring the cheese won’t leak out during baking.
Apply Egg Wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg. Brush this egg wash over the top of each pizza pocket. This step helps achieve a beautiful golden-brown finish when baked.
Brush with Olive Oil: Arrange the stuffed pizza pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush the tops with olive oil to add crispiness and shine once baked.
Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the dough turns golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
Cool and Serve: Remove the baked pizza pockets from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping and enjoy your cheesy, delicious pockets!

Notes

You can customize the fillings with your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, or cooked sausage.
Ensure the edges are sealed tightly to prevent filling leakage during baking.
Use parchment paper or lightly grease the baking sheet to avoid sticking.
For a crispier crust, brush with olive oil before baking as described.
These pockets can be reheated in the oven for a few minutes to regain crispiness.
Replace the egg wash with milk or cream for a dairy-free option, but the golden finish may be less pronounced.