Description
Gooey, golden, and comforting—these easy cheesy pizza pockets are perfect for quick snacks, kid-friendly meals, or fun party appetizers.
Ingredients
1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough or pizza dough
1/2 cup pizza sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup pepperoni slices (or other toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, sausage, etc.)
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp Italian seasoning
Olive oil or melted butter, for brushing
Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Separate crescent rolls into triangles or cut pizza dough into 8 rectangles.
Spread a bit of pizza sauce on each dough piece.
Add shredded mozzarella and pepperoni or other toppings.
Sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
Fold dough over filling, press edges with a fork to seal.
Brush with olive oil or butter; sprinkle with Parmesan.
Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and cheese is melted.
Cool slightly and serve with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
Customize with your favorite toppings like olives, onions, or jalapeños.
Use marinara or homemade pizza sauce for deeper flavor.
These freeze well; reheat in the oven or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American