Description
Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate comfort food, combining gooey cheese and your favorite toppings encased in a crispy, golden-brown dough. Perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, these delightful pockets are easy to customize with various fillings, making them a hit with family and friends. With a warm, cheesy center and a crunchy exterior, every bite delivers satisfaction and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Using a round cutter, cut out circles from the dough.
- Place a spoonful of pizza sauce in the center of each circle, then add the cheese blend and chosen toppings.
- Fold each circle over to seal tightly, pressing edges firmly to avoid leaks.
- Brush each pocket with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 15-20 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg