Description
Cheesy Stuffed Pizza Pockets at Home are golden, handheld treats filled with melty cheese, zesty sauce, and your favorite toppings — a fun, customizable take on classic pizza perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup tomato or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional fillings: chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, spinach, onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and cut into 6–8 rectangles or circles.
- On one side of each piece, add a spoonful of sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, and desired toppings.
- Fold the dough over and press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Brush tops with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Swap in pesto or fresh tomato slices for a flavor twist.
- Make a breakfast version with eggs and cheese.
- Use sautéed veggies for a healthier filling.
- Reheat in oven or air fryer to keep crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
