{"id":5767,"date":"2026-06-04T10:39:26","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T10:39:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/?p=5767"},"modified":"2026-06-04T10:39:26","modified_gmt":"2026-06-04T10:39:26","slug":"cheesy-pizza-pockets-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/recipes.ukbiddingdirectory.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/04\/cheesy-pizza-pockets-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Cheesy Pizza Pockets"},"content":{"rendered":"

Cheesy Pizza Pockets<\/h3>\n

Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate family-friendly snack or quick meal. With a golden, crispy crust wrapped around gooey melted cheese and savory pizza fillings, they’re far better than anything from the freezer aisle. Perfect for lunchboxes, game days, after-school snacks, or an easy weeknight dinner, these handheld pizza pockets are customizable and always a crowd-pleaser.<\/p>\n

Prep Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes
\nCook Time:<\/strong> 15 minutes
\nTotal Time:<\/strong> 30 minutes
\nYield:<\/strong> 8 pizza pockets<\/p>\n

Ingredients<\/h4>\n
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  • 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough<\/li>\n
  • 1 cup pizza sauce<\/li>\n
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese<\/li>\n
  • \u00bd cup mini pepperoni slices<\/li>\n
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil<\/li>\n
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Instructions<\/h4>\n
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    1. Preheat oven to 400\u00b0F (200\u00b0C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li>\n
    2. Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into 8 equal rectangles.<\/li>\n
    3. Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce onto one half of each rectangle, leaving a small border around the edges.<\/li>\n
    4. Top with mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.<\/li>\n
    5. Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges together with a fork to seal.<\/li>\n
    6. Place the pizza pockets on the prepared baking sheet.<\/li>\n
    7. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.<\/li>\n
    8. Bake for 12\u201315 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.<\/li>\n
    9. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Tips<\/h4>\n
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      • Add cooked sausage, mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers for extra flavor.<\/li>\n
      • Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.<\/li>\n
      • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Enjoy these cheesy, crispy pizza pockets fresh from the oven!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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