Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets
Enjoy delicious handheld pizza pockets filled with gooey cheese and flavorful sauce, perfect for lunch, snacks, or parties.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F / 45°C) Make sure it's warm, but not hot.
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 2 ½ - 3 cups all-purpose flour Keep extra flour on hand while kneading.
- 1 tsp salt
Fillings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce Serve extra for dipping.
- Optional toppings (pepperoni, vegetables, etc.) Mix and match according to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/2 cups of flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, adding more flour as necessary until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a thin sheet. Cut the dough into 4-6 inch squares.
- Place a spoonful of pizza sauce and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese in the center of each square. Add optional toppings if desired.
- Fold the dough over to create pockets and seal the edges by pressing down with a fork.
- Place the pockets on a greased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly and serve with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
Store cooled pizza pockets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can freeze them tightly wrapped for longer storage. Feel free to try different cheese types like cheddar or pepper jack, and various fillings like cooked sausage, mushrooms, or spinach for a twist.