Description
Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate quick meal for busy families. These delightful pockets are filled with gooey mozzarella and zesty marinara sauce, making them a hit with kids and adults alike. Perfect for game nights, casual gatherings, or a fun family dinner, these customizable treats allow you to include your favorite toppings such as pepperoni, veggies, or extra cheese. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly! Prepare a batch ahead of time and simply bake from frozen when hunger strikes. With just 25 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have a satisfying snack or meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- Refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough)
- Marinara or pizza sauce
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional toppings: mini pepperoni, cooked sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms
- Dried oregano
- Garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough and cut it into 4×4 inch squares.
- Spread marinara sauce on each square and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Add any desired toppings and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Fold the dough over to form pockets, sealing edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with oregano or garlic powder.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket (100g)
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg