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Homemade Cheesy Pizza Pockets Recipe

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  • Author: Andria
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 pizza pockets 1x

Description

These homemade cheesy pizza pockets are a delightful, handheld treat filled with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and your favorite pizza toppings like pepperoni. Made from scratch with a tender, flaky dough and baked to golden perfection, they are perfect for snacks, lunches, or party appetizers.

Ingredients

Scale

Dough

  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
  • 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 3/4 cup of milk

Filling

  • 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil
  • 1/2 cup of pepperoni slices or any preferred pizza toppings

Finishing

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the pizza pockets bake evenly without sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir thoroughly to blend all dry components.
  3. Incorporate Butter: Gradually add the chilled, diced unsalted butter into the flour mixture. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, which helps create a tender dough.
  4. Add Milk and Form Dough: Pour in the milk and stir the mixture with a wooden spoon or spatula until a dough begins to come together.
  5. Knead Dough: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for about 2 minutes until smooth but not overworked to maintain a tender texture.
  6. Roll Out Dough: Using a rolling pin, roll the dough out to approximately 1/8 inch thickness, ensuring even thickness for uniform baking.
  7. Cut Dough Circles: Cut the rolled dough into circles about 3-4 inches in diameter using a cookie cutter or a large glass.
  8. Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce with dried oregano and basil to season the filling.
  9. Add Filling to Dough: Spoon a small amount of the seasoned tomato sauce mixture into the center of each dough circle.
  10. Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle a mixture of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the sauce, then top with pepperoni slices or other preferred pizza toppings.
  11. Seal Pockets: Fold each dough circle in half over the fillings to form a crescent shape and crimp the edges firmly with a fork to seal in the ingredients.
  12. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the filled pizza pockets on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
  13. Apply Egg Wash: Brush each pocket lightly and evenly with beaten egg to promote browning and shine during baking.
  14. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pizza pockets are golden brown and puffed up.
  15. Cool and Serve: Remove the baked pizza pockets from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burning and to let the filling set.

Notes

  • You can customize the fillings with vegetables or other meats as desired.
  • Ensure the edges are sealed well to prevent the fillings from leaking out during baking.
  • Allow the butter to be chilled for better dough texture.
  • If you prefer a crisper crust, bake a few extra minutes but watch carefully to avoid burning.
  • Use parchment paper on your baking sheet for easy cleanup and to avoid sticking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

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