Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets
Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate quick and satisfying meal! These golden, flaky pockets are stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and rich pizza sauce, making them a hit with kids and adults alike. Perfect for a fun family dinner, party snacks, or even meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough or homemade dough
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni or chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 egg for egg wash
- 1 tablespoon water
- Olive oil for brushing (optional)
- Flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dough: Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 8 even rectangles.
- Assemble the pockets: On one side of each rectangle, spread a spoonful of pizza sauce, leaving the edges clear. Top with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
- Seal the pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to form a pocket. Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal completely.
- Egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk the egg with water. Brush the tops of each pocket with the egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake: Arrange the pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, lightly brush with olive oil for extra crispiness. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Cool and serve: Let the pizza pockets cool for a few minutes before serving — the filling will be hot!
Notes
- Feel free to mix up the fillings! Try adding cooked sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives.
- Make a big batch and freeze the unbaked pockets for easy future meals — just add a few minutes to the baking time straight from frozen.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle the tops with garlic powder or Parmesan before baking.