These Homemade Pizza Pockets are SO easy to make using store-bought pizza dough and your fave pizza toppings. They're freezer-friendly, too!
We all have such fond memories of eating pizza pockets as kids, but did you know you can make them healthier at home? Give these a shot, I think you'll love them.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Easy to customize: You can mix and match with different toppings, sauces and cheeses until you find a flavour combo you love. Plus, it'll give you lots of variety!
- Freezer-friendly: Make a big batch and store them in the freezer for a quick and easy meal at the ready.
Ingredients and substitutions
- Canned pizza crust – like the Pillsbury brand. You can try using store-bought dough, but you'll need to roll it out before cutting which adds a lot of extra time.
- Pizza sauce – tomato or pasta sauce would also work.
- Mozzarella cheese – freshly grated is best but pre-shredded blend will work. Add other cheeses like parmesan.
- Pepperoni slices – swap out for sausage, bacon or chicken, or leave the meat off.
- Mushrooms, green peppers and red onion – use any toppings like pineapple, olives, roasted red peppers and more.
How to make pizza pockets
Step 1: Roll out the crust.
Roll out the canned pizza crust, then cut it into equal rectangles.
Step 2: Add your toppings.
Add sauce, cheese and toppings in the middle of each rectangle.
Step 3: Fold into pockets.
Fold to create a triangle shaped pouch. Seal the edges and press down with a fork.
Step 4: Bake and serve!
Bake until the dough is crispy and golden. Let cool then serve!
Pizza pocket tips & variations
- Try out different toppings: Add any pizza toppings of your choice like slices of pepperoni, sausage, bacon, chicken, pineapple, roasted red peppers, and olives.
- Don't overload the pockets: Make sure you don't add too many toppings to each pocket. If you overfill them, the toppings will spill out.
- Add spices and herbs: Sprinkle in some oregano, garlic powder, basil or any other seasonings of your choice.
- Serve with your favourite dips: Enjoy your pizza pockets on their own or with your favourite dipping sauces like ranch, blue cheese or creamy garlic.
- Make them dairy-free: For a dairy-free pizza, use your favourite vegan or dairy-free cheese.
Frequently asked questions
How do they get crispy?
These homemade hot pockets get crispy by baking at a higher temperature. There’s no deep frying required, so they’re much healthier than the frozen variety from the grocery store!
How do I prevent the filling from leaking out?
Make sure to seal the edges of the dough tightly. You can use a fork to crimp the edges, or brush them with egg wash before sealing. Don't overfill the pockets, as this can also cause leaks.
Can I make these vegetarian?
Absolutely! Use vegetarian-friendly fillings like mushrooms, spinach, roasted vegetables, and plant-based cheese alternatives if you're trying to make them vegan.
What to serve with this dish
Homemade pizza pockets are a fun meal, but a few sides can make them even better! Here are some ideas for what to serve with your pizza pockets:
- Warm marinara sauce is perfect for dipping your pizza pockets.
- A warm bowl of soup, like tomato soup, minestrone, or a creamy vegetable soup, can make this even more filling.
How to store and reheat
Store: Keep baked pizza pockets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Reheat: Microwave for 1-2 minutes or bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until heated through.
Freeze & reheat from frozen: Freeze unbaked pizza pockets on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
Meal prep tools
- Get glass meal prep bowls here – they are great for storing leftovers!
- And of course I get all my free-range and grass-fed proteins from Butcher Box.
- Freeze leftover pizza pockets in a reusable freezer bag.
Easy Homemade Pizza Pockets
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 1 (391g) can pizza crust such as the Pillsbury brand
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese grated
- 1/4 cup pepperoni
- 1/4 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1/4 cup green pepper diced
- 1/4 cup red onion diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with cooking spray.
- Roll out canned pizza crust onto the baking sheet. Cut into 6 equal rectangles. In one small corner, spread a bit of sauce, cheese and toppings, leaving space around the edges for the dough to touch together in a triangle shape. You only want a tiny bit of each topping.
- Fold over diagonally to create a triangle shaped pouch, seal all edges, then press down around edges with a fork.
- Bake on a parchment lined baking sheet for 12-15 minutes until dough is crisp and golden. Wait 5 minutes before eating – they will be hot!
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Comments & Reviews
Stephanie says
Has anyone tried reheating them in the airfryer? How long and what temp seemed to work?
Taylor Stinson says
I believe you could try reheating for 5 minutes at 350 F