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Homemade Pizza Pockets

Homemade Pizza Pockets

The ultimate comfort food! Homemade Pizza Pockets are easy, cheesy, and filled with your favorite toppings. A perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. Try making these delicious pockets tonight!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 pockets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 257

Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons Yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • ¼ cup Pizza sauce
  • cups Frozen broccoli florets, minced
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grater
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Stir the yeast and sugar into 1 cup warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes or until puffy.
  2. Add the flours, salt, olive oil, and the water-yeast mixture to a medium bowl. Stir with a wooden spoon to bring the dough together, then use clean hands to knead slightly to incorporate all of the flour. (Add a little extra water if needed if the dough is dry.) Cover with a clean towel and let rise for 1 to 2 hours or until about doubled in size. It should look puffy.
  3. Divide the dough into 8 even sections. (I use a paring knife to cut it in half, then in half again and again, etc to make a pinwheel shape with 8 even triangles.)
  4. Working with one piece of dough at a time, coating with flour as needed if sticky, flatten into a disc that’s about 6 inches wide. (It doesn’t need to be precise!)
  5. Place 1 teaspoon pizza sauce and 2 heaping tablespoons each minced broccoli and cheese into the center. Sprinkle with a little Parmesan.
  6. Fold in the dough to enclose the fillings. The seams should press and hold together with a little gentle pressing. Use a little water if needed to help secure the dough.
  7. Place pocket onto a lined baking sheet and use a fork to poke a few holes in the top of each to allow steam to escape. Optional: Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano.
  8. Repeat to make all 8 pizza pockets. Set aside and cover with a towel while the oven preheats.
  9. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake the pizza pockets for 20 to 22 minutes or until firm to the touch. Let cool slightly and serve warm.

Notes

  • Tip 1: After baking, let the pockets cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days. Reheat them in the microwave for about thirty to forty-five seconds or in the oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for around six minutes.
  • Tip 2: To freeze, make sure the pizza pockets are fully cooled. Place them in a zip-top freezer bag and store them for up to three months. When ready to eat, reheat directly from frozen in a 375 degrees Fahrenheit oven for eight to ten minutes.
  • Tip 3: To prevent any filling from leaking out, be sure to secure the seams tightly. If you find the edges aren’t sticking well, a small amount of water can help seal them.
  • Tip 4: Use a fork to poke holes in the tops of each pocket. This helps steam escape and reduces the chances of cheese leakage.
  • Tip 5: If you want to use fresh broccoli, simply chop the florets and add them directly to the filling. They’ll cook perfectly in the oven without the need for pre-cooking.