Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets

Here’s a Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets recipe — kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and packed with gooey cheese and your favorite pizza fillings, all wrapped in soft golden dough.

 Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets

Ingredients (Makes 6–8 pockets)

For the dough (or use store-bought pizza dough):

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp instant yeast

• 1 tsp sugar

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3/4 cup warm water

For the filling:

• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (or marinara)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 cup grated cheddar (optional for extra flavor)

• Your choice of toppings:

  • chopped pepperoni

  • diced bell peppers

  • mushrooms

  • olives

  • cooked sausage

  • pineapple (optional!)

For brushing:

• 1 egg (for egg wash) or a bit of melted butter for a golden top

• Optional: sprinkle of Italian herbs or garlic powder

Instructions

1. Make the Dough (Skip if using store-bought):

• In a large bowl, mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.

• Add warm water and olive oil. Mix and knead for 5–8 minutes until smooth.

• Cover and let rise for about 45–60 minutes or until doubled in size.

2. Preheat Oven:

• Preheat to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

3. Prepare the Pockets:

• Divide the dough into 6–8 equal pieces.

• Roll each piece into a circle (about 5–6 inches wide).

• Add 1 tbsp of pizza sauce, cheese, and your toppings to one half of the circle — leave edges clear.

• Fold over and press edges to seal (use a fork to crimp the edges tightly).

4. Bake:

• Place on a baking sheet. Brush tops with egg wash or butter.

• Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

5. Serve:

• Let cool slightly and enjoy warm! Great for dipping in extra pizza sauce or ranch.

❄️ Freezer Tip:

• Let them cool completely, then freeze in a single layer.

• Reheat in oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes — no thawing needed.

Would you like a quick version using sandwich bread or puff pastry instead of dough?