Cheesy Pizza Pockets Full Recipe
Ingredients
For the dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 3/4 cup warm water
For the filling
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken, pepperoni, or veggies
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For topping
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil
Step-by-Step Recipe
1. Make the dough
- In a bowl, add flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Add oil and warm water slowly.
- Mix well and knead for 5–7 minutes until soft.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for 45 minutes until it becomes slightly fluffy.
2. Prepare the filling
- In a bowl, mix pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, cooked chicken or veggies, oregano, chili flakes, and garlic powder.
- Keep the filling thick, not watery, so the pockets do not open while baking.
3. Shape the pizza pockets
- Divide the dough into equal small balls.
- Roll each ball into a rectangle or square shape.
- Add 1–2 tablespoons filling in the center.
- Fold the dough over the filling.
- Press the edges tightly with your fingers.
- Use a fork to seal the edges properly.
4. Add topping
- Place the pockets on a baking tray.
- Brush the top with melted butter or oil.
- Add mozzarella cheese on top.
- Sprinkle oregano for extra flavor.
5. Bake
- Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden and cheesy on top.
- Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serving Idea
Serve warm with:
- Pizza sauce
- Garlic mayo
- Ranch dip
- Ketchup
Tips
- Do not overfill the pockets, or they may open while baking.
- Seal the edges well with a fork.
- Use less sauce inside for a crispy texture.
- You can also make them in an air fryer at 170°C for 10–12 minutes.
Q/A
Q: Can I make these without yeast?
A: Yes, use ready-made pizza dough or puff pastry.
Q: Can I freeze pizza pockets?
A: Yes, freeze before baking. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5–7 extra minutes.
Q: Can I use puff pastry instead of dough?
A: Yes, puff pastry makes them extra flaky and crispy.
Q: Which cheese is best?
A: Mozzarella is best because it melts beautifully.