Simple Pizza Pockets

Category: Snacks

These little pizza pockets make a handy snack that’s packed with marinara, mozzarella, and whatever toppings you like. Start with refrigerated crescent dough, spread in the sauce and cheese mix, fold up the dough, press edges well to keep everything inside, and paint each one with egg for a nice golden crust. Bake till they’re warm and crispy. They work great for parties or just a quick munch. Feel free to switch up the fillings with veggies, sausage, or olives for your own twist.

They’re super easy to put together, taking hardly any time but tasting amazing. Let them cool a bit before serving with extra marinara on the side for dipping. The melted cheese and tasty fillings make these snacks a big hit at any casual get-together.

Dana
Recipe Created By Dana
Last updated on Sun, 21 Sep 2025 21:17:02 GMT
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These bite-sized pizza pockets bring together a crunchy golden crust and melty, flavorful insides. They’re perfect for sharing and you can easily mix up the fillings to match your taste or who you're feeding.

I whipped these up on a hectic weeknight and they vanished quick. They’ve become a go-to easy snack whenever friends drop by without warning.

What You’ll Need

Step-by-Step How-To

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These snacks remind me of fun family pizza nights where everyone picked their own fillings and helped put them together. Kids especially love pitching in and they’re a hit at any celebration.

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These little pizza pockets are super easy to make and always satisfying when you want a cheesy, flavorful snack. Change them up as you like and watch everyone keep coming back for seconds.

Frequently Asked Cooking Questions

→ What dough should I pick for pizza pockets?

Go with crescent roll dough from the fridge since it’s flaky, easy to work with, and browns up nicely.

→ Can I add veggies inside?

For sure! Chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and olives add extra flavor and texture without taking over the taste.

→ How do I keep fillings from leaking out while baking?

Seal the edges tight using a fork and don’t stuff them too full so sauce and cheese stay put during cooking.

→ Is using egg wash really needed?

Brushing the tops with beaten egg gives a shiny golden crust and helps the edges stick together while baking.

→ Can I make the pockets ahead of time?

Yep, you can put them together first, chill in the fridge, then bake when you’re ready for a fresh warm snack.

→ What dips go well with these pizza pockets?

Classic marinara or pizza sauce works great, but ranch or garlic butter are tasty options too.

Tasty Pizza Pockets

Crunchy pockets filled with mozzarella, pepperoni, and spices, perfect when you want a fast snack.

Preparation Duration
20 minutes
Time to Cook
15 minutes
Overall Time
35 minutes
Recipe Created By: Dana

Type of Recipe: Snacks

Cooking Skill Level: Simple for Beginners

Cuisine Style: Italian-American

Serving Amount: 16 Number of Servings (16 small pockets)

Dietary Options: ~

Ingredients You'll Need

→ Dough

01 2 packs of crescent roll dough, chilled (227 g each)

→ Sauce

02 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce (240 ml)

→ Cheese

03 200 g mozzarella, shredded
04 25 g Parmesan, grated

→ Meats

05 120 g mini pepperoni
06 60 g cooked sausage bits (you can skip this)

→ Vegetables

07 60 g chopped bell peppers (optional)
08 60 g mushroom slices (optional)
09 30 g diced onions (optional)
10 30 g black olives, chopped (optional)

→ Seasonings

11 1 tsp Italian herbs mix (about 1 g)
12 Half a tsp garlic powder (around 1 g)

→ Others

13 1 beaten egg for brushing

Detailed Preparation Steps

Step 01

Set your oven to 190°C then line your baking tray with parchment so nothing sticks.

Step 02

Let the crescent dough sit at room temp for 5 minutes while you get all your toppings ready.

Step 03

Roll out the dough flat, spread sauce first, then sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan and the toppings you want over it.

Step 04

Fold the dough over the fillings to make pockets. Press the edges tight and use a fork to crimp so nothing spills out.

Step 05

Brush the pockets with the beaten egg and sprinkle the Italian herbs and garlic powder on top evenly.

Step 06

Bake the pockets for 15 minutes until they're lightly browned. Take them out and let them cool a bit before you dig in.

Helpful Tips

  1. Feel free to swap out toppings based on what you like and make sure the edges are sealed well to keep fillings inside during baking.
  2. These taste great served warm with extra marinara on the side for dipping.

Essential Kitchen Tools

  • Oven
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Fork
  • Brush for pastry

Allergy Information

Always check labels for allergens and reach out to a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has dairy and egg; crescent dough might contain gluten; pork in some meats

Nutrition Information (Per Portion)

Nutrition facts are provided for reference and don’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 250
  • Fat Content: 15 grams
  • Carbohydrate Amount: 22.5 grams
  • Protein Content: 10 grams