Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can refrigerated pizza dough or equivalent homemade dough

→ Filling

02 - 120 ml pizza sauce
03 - 100 g shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 25 g grated parmesan cheese
05 - 50 g pepperoni slices or other toppings such as mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage

→ Seasoning & Finish

06 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
07 - 15 ml olive oil or melted butter
08 - Optional: garlic powder to taste

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into 6 to 8 equal rectangles.
03 - Place 1–2 tablespoons of pizza sauce in the center of each rectangle. Add mozzarella, parmesan, and chosen toppings.
04 - Fold the dough over the filling to form a pocket. Use a fork to firmly seal the edges.
05 - Brush the tops with olive oil or melted butter. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and, if desired, a pinch of garlic powder.
06 - Bake for 12–15 minutes until the pockets are golden brown and crisp.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Prepare extra pizza pockets and freeze unbaked; bake from frozen at 190°C for 20–25 minutes for a convenient meal or snack.
02 - Customise fillings to taste, including vegetarian or alternative options such as BBQ chicken or pineapple.
03 - Pizza pockets are ideal for lunchboxes and as party snacks.

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