The Ultimate Family Favorite Recipe
These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate family favorite, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Filled with gooey cheese, savory sauce, and your favorite toppings, these pizza pockets are a delicious twist on traditional pizza.
- Author: Elena
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dough Options:
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough
- Optional: Homemade pizza dough
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)
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare dough: Roll out dough and cut into 4×4 inch squares or circles, depending on your preference.
- Add sauce and toppings: Spread marinara sauce on each piece, add cheeses, toppings, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Form pockets: Fold the dough over to form a pocket and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with oregano or garlic powder.
- Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Cool slightly before serving. Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
Notes
- You can customize the fillings to suit your preferences, such as different cheeses, meats, or vegetables.
- These pizza pockets are great for a quick lunch or dinner, and leftovers can be easily reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: homemade, pizza pockets, family-friendly, easy, cheesy, quick