Gluten-Free Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Gluten-Free Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets—perfect for pizza lovers looking for a delicious wheat-free twist! With a flaky gluten-free crust made from a simple mix of gluten-free flour, xanthan gum, and baking powder, these hand-held delights are filled with gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni, zesty marinara sauce, and a sprinkle of Parmesan and Italian herbs. Golden and crisp thanks to a finishing egg wash, they bake to irresistible perfection in just 20 minutes. These pizza pockets are easy to prepare, customizable to your taste, and ideal for family dinners, game-day snacks, or on-the-go cravings. Serve them warm with a side of marinara for dipping, and enjoy a gluten-free snack that’s every bit as comforting as the classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Gluten-free flour mix
• 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 24 slices Pepperoni slices
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs
• 1 set Egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour mix, xanthan gum, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the olive oil and milk, whisking until combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. If too sticky, add more flour, one tablespoon at a time.

Step 5

Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 6

Use a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles from the dough.

Step 7

Take each circle and spoon 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce onto the center.

Step 8

Add a heaping tablespoon of mozzarella cheese, 3 pepperoni slices, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and Italian herbs.

Step 9

Fold the dough over to enclose the filling, forming a half-moon shape. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.

Step 10

Place the pizza pockets onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Brush the tops with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 12

Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 13

Allow the pizza pockets to cool for a few minutes before serving warm with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1188.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2965.7

Total Fat 175.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 879.5mg	0%
Sodium 6660.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 135.6g	0%

Vitamin D 223.1IU	0%
Calcium 2380.2mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1553.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.5%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 29.4%