Pizza Pockets
Homemade or store-bought dough wrapped around mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, and your choice of toppings, baked to perfection. Perfect for dipping in marinara or enjoying as a standalone snack.
Ingredients
Dough Options:
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough
- Optional: Homemade pizza dough
Filling:
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mini pepperoni or cooked sausage optional
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers mushrooms, or olives (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes optional
Topping:
- 1 egg beaten
- Dried oregano or garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out dough and cut into 4×4 inch pieces.
- Spread a spoonful of sauce on each, leaving edges clear.
- Add cheeses and toppings. Sprinkle with seasoning.
- Fold over and seal with a fork.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle herbs on top.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/pizza-pockets/
Notes
- Custom Toppings: Feel free to customize your filling with your favorite pizza toppings. Mushrooms, olives, and bell peppers are great additions.
- Dough Options: Store-bought pizza dough or crescent rolls work perfectly for this recipe, but you can also use your own homemade dough.