Description
Cheesy pizza pockets are the ultimate comfort food, combining golden pastry with gooey cheese and your favorite toppings. These delightful bites are easy to make and perfect for game nights, movie marathons, or casual gatherings. Each pocket bursts with flavor, making them a hit for both kids and adults alike. With a variety of fillings to choose from, you can customize them to satisfy any craving. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this deliciously fun recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Cut the dough into squares measuring approximately 4 inches wide.
- Place a spoonful of pizza sauce in the center of each square, followed by mozzarella and desired toppings.
- Fold each square over to create pockets and pinch the edges tightly to seal.
- Brush the tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket (90g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg