Cheesy Pizza Pockets – Bite-Sized Comfort You’ll Crave Every Night
Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a quick and irresistible snack or meal. Crispy on the outside, gooey and cheesy on the inside, perfect for kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 6 pizza pockets
- Category: Snack, Appetizer, Lunch
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 tube refrigerated pizza crust
- 6 tbsp pasta or marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- About 12 slices pepperoni
- Dried oregano, for optional garnish
- Olive oil, for optional brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unroll pizza dough and slice into 6 equal squares.
- On one half of each square, add 1 tbsp pasta sauce, sprinkle with mozzarella, and top with 2 pepperoni slices.
- Fold each square diagonally into a triangle and press edges with a fork to seal.
- Optionally, brush tops with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano and extra cheese.
- Bake 10–13 minutes until puffed, golden, and cheese is bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with warm pasta sauce or ranch for dipping.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or Italian seasoning inside the pockets.