Description
Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate solution for quick, delicious meals that everyone will love. These delightful pockets are filled with gooey mozzarella cheese and rich marinara sauce, making them a hit for family dinners, snacks, or party appetizers. The beauty of this recipe lies in its versatility; you can customize the fillings to suit your tastes, whether you prefer classic pepperoni, fresh veggies, or a combination of both. Plus, they’re fun to make and perfect for little hands to help assemble! With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, these cheesy treats can be ready in no time. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces for an irresistible snack!
Ingredients
- Refrigerated pizza dough (or crescent roll dough)
- Marinara sauce
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional toppings (mini pepperoni, bell peppers, olives)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into 4×4 inch squares.
- Spread a spoonful of marinara sauce on each square, leaving edges clear.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and any desired toppings.
- Fold the dough over and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with beaten egg and sprinkle herbs if desired.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza pocket
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg