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