Description
Looking for the best easy cheesy pizza pocket recipe? This one is quick, simple, and baked to perfection! Perfect for party snacks, kids’ lunches, or fun dinner ideas. These pockets are stuffed with melty cheese and wrapped in golden puff pastry for a healthy and delicious twist on pizza night!
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry slightly and cut into even squares.
- Add pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni to half the squares.
- Top with another pastry square and seal edges with a fork.
- Brush tops with egg wash.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Freeze unbaked pockets for a make-ahead option.
- Try different fillings like veggies or sausage.
- Serve with marinara or ranch for dipping.
- Air fryer option: 375°F for 10–12 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American