Description
Cheesy pizza pockets are the ultimate comfort food that combines a crispy golden crust with gooey melted cheese and your favorite toppings. Perfect for parties or a cozy night in, these irresistible bites are quick to prepare and endlessly customizable. Whether filled with classic pepperoni or vibrant vegetables, they promise to delight every palate. Serve them warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping, and watch as they disappear in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, etc.)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut circles of dough using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter).
- Place 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce in the center of each circle, add cheese and toppings.
- Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal tightly.
- Brush the tops with olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket (75g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg