Description
These Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a quick and delicious snack or meal option featuring gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, savory marinara sauce, and your choice of toppings all wrapped in flaky pizza dough. Perfectly baked to a golden crisp, they are great for parties, lunches, or anytime pizza cravings hit.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough for flakier texture)
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 and Garnish
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Dried oregano or garlic powder (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a clean surface and cut it into 4×4 inch squares or circles depending on your desired pocket shape.
- Add Sauce: Spread a small spoonful of marinara sauce onto each dough piece, leaving a clear border around the edges for sealing.
- Add Fillings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, and your choice of toppings such as mini pepperoni or chopped vegetables. Season with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using.
- Seal Pockets: Fold the dough over to form a pocket and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal and prevent leakage during baking.
- Apply Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each pocket with the beaten egg to help them brown nicely and give a glossy finish. Sprinkle dried oregano or garlic powder on top for extra flavor.
- Bake: Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes or until they turn golden brown and the crust is crispy.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pizza pockets to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm, optionally with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use crescent roll dough for a flakier texture instead of traditional pizza dough.
- Feel free to customize fillings with your favorite pizza toppings like olives, mushrooms, or cooked sausage.
- Brush with egg wash for a shiny, golden crust; omit for a vegetarian or egg-free version.
- Serve immediately for the best gooey cheese experience.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: pizza pockets, cheesy pockets, homemade pizza snack, easy pizza recipe, pizza dough snack
