Easy Cheesy Homemade Pizza Pockets Recipe
These Easy Cheesy Homemade Pizza Pockets are a quick, fun recipe perfect for beginner cooks. With gooey cheese and crispy crust, they’re a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated tube of pizza crust
- 6 tablespoons of pasta sauce
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- Approximately 12 pepperoni slices
- Sprinkle of dried oregano optional
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil optional, for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface or parchment paper.
- Cut into 6 even squares.
- On half of each square, add 1 tablespoon of pasta sauce, mozzarella, and 2 pepperoni slices.
- Fold over to form a triangle and seal edges with a fork.
- Optionally brush tops with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano and extra cheese.
- Bake for 10–13 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Let cool slightly and serve with extra pasta sauce for dipping.
Notes
Tip: Don’t overfill your Easy Cheesy Homemade Pizza Pockets or they’ll leak. Variation: Try mushrooms or bell peppers for a veggie version!
Nutrition
Calories: Approx. 220 per pocket (varies by brand), Fat: 11g, Carbs: 20g, Protein: 9g
Calories: Approx. 220 per pocket (varies by brand), Fat: 11g, Carbs: 20g, Protein: 9g