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Homemade pepperoni pizza pockets ready to be enjoyed with a side of marinara sauce

Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Pockets

These delicious homemade pepperoni pizza pockets combine gooey cheese, zesty pepperoni, and warm dough, making them an easy and satisfying snack or meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner, Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pizza pockets
  • 1 package pizza dough
  • 1 cup pepperoni slices Can be substituted with veggies or sausage
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with any available cheese
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For brushing tops
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • for dusting Flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Cut the dough into rectangles (about 4×5 inches).
  4. Place a tablespoon of pizza sauce on one half of each rectangle.
  5. Add a layer of pepperoni slices and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
  6. Fold the dough over to create a pocket and seal the edges tightly with a fork.
  7. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
  8. Place the pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Best served with a side salad or extra pizza sauce for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days, or freeze for up to three months.