Homemade Pizza Pockets Recipe
These hand-held pizzas are so much fun. You can fill them with any topping you like. I have kept this recipe really basic, but feel free to use your imagination and stuff them with your favourite pizza toppings. Just make sure you use only about 1 tablespoon of topping per pocket.
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought RAW pizza dough, at room
- temperature for at least one hour before
- using
- About ¾-1 cup pizza sauce
- About 1-1½ cups shredded cheese (I like an
- Italian cheese mix) or a little slice of fresh
- mozzarella for each pocket
- Suggested Toppings, optional
- ½ cup pepperoni or cooked sausage
- ½ red or green pepper, diced
- Handful of mushrooms, diced
- ¼ red onion, diced
- 1 cup baby spinach or arugula, chopped
- ½ cup crumbled goat cheese
- Drizzle of honey for each pocket
Instructions
- 1
Make sure the raw pizza dough is left at room temperature for at least one hour before using.
- 2
Preheat oven to 425˚F and place the oven rack second from the lowest position. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- 3
Very lightly, flour your work surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a rectangle about ½-inch thick.
- 4
Cut the dough in half lengthwise and then into rectangles (each rectangle will be folded over to form a pocket).
- 5
Using one rectangle, place a bit of sauce, cheese and about 1 tbsp of toppings on only half of the rectangle. Leave a border around the filling. Using a wet finger, dampen the border and then fold the unfilled portion of the dough over top of the filling and press the edges to seal. You can use a fork or your fingers to press the edges together.
- 6
Place filled pizza pocket on the parchment paper and repeat with all the rectangles. Leave a little space between each pizza pocket.
- 7
With a sharp knife cut 2-3 little slits in each pocket so some steam can escape.
- 8
Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until the pizza pockets are golden brown. Makes 8 pockets.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Can I Freeze This?
- Most recipes freeze well for up to 3 months. Cool completely before transferring to a freezer-safe container.
- Make Ahead Tip
- This recipe can be prepared in advance. Simply reheat when ready to serve.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Homemade Pizza Pockets?
This Homemade Pizza Pockets recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 15 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
What goes well with this homemade pizza pockets?
This recipe pairs well with a variety of dishes. Try it as part of a complete meal with complementary sides, salads, or proteins.