Cheesy Pizza Pockets

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Description

Cheesy Pizza Pockets are golden, handheld pastries filled with tangy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni, all wrapped in a soft, flaky crust. They are easy to make, fun to eat, and perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick meal for both kids and adults.

Yield

  • Makes: 6 pizza pockets

  • Serving size: 1 pizza pocket

Time

  • Prep time: ~20 minutes

  • Cook time: ~18 minutes

  • Rest time: ~5 minutes

  • Total time: ~40–45 minutes

Calories (Approximate)

  • Calories per pocket: ~300–330 kcal

Calories may vary depending on the amount of cheese, pepperoni, and dough thickness.




Ingredients (Overview)

  • All-purpose flour

  • Baking powder

  • Salt

  • Cold unsalted butter

  • Milk

  • Pizza sauce

  • Shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Pepperoni slices

  • Egg (for brushing)

  • Dried oregano or Italian seasoning



Instructions (Summary)

  1. Prepare a simple dough by mixing dry ingredients and cutting in cold butter, then adding milk.

  2. Roll out the dough and cut into circles.

  3. Add pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni to each circle.

  4. Fold over, seal edges, and crimp with a fork.

  5. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with seasoning.

  6. Bake until golden brown and cooked through.

  7. Let cool slightly before serving.



Conclusion

Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a delicious and convenient way to enjoy classic pizza flavors in a portable form. With their crispy exterior and gooey, cheesy center, they’re ideal for parties, lunchboxes, or quick dinners. The recipe is versatile, allowing endless filling variations while remaining simple and satisfying

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