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Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets

Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets You Can Customize Just for You

Try these Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets filled with your favorite ingredients for a delicious snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pockets
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 package Refrigerated crescent roll dough or pizza dough Can make your own for fresh taste.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pizza sauce Keep extra for dipping.
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Can swap with cheddar or dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Pepperoni slices Can be replaced with veggies.
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
For the Topping
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or melted butter For brushing.
  • 1/4 cup Grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Knife or pizza cutter
  • Fork

Method
 

How to Make Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets
  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the Dough: Roll out your refrigerated crescent roll dough or pizza dough and slice into rectangles, each about 4 inches wide.
  3. Add Sauce: Spread pizza sauce on each rectangle, leaving a border.
  4. Sprinkle Cheese: Add shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce and your chosen toppings.
  5. Seal the Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges to seal.
  6. Brush and Season: Brush tops with olive oil or melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake to Perfection: Bake on a baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Let cool slightly, then serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pocketCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to explore various fillings and adjust moisture levels to your preference. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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