Pepperoni Hot Pocket

Craving a comforting snack that's equally easy to make and irresistibly delicious? These homemade Pepperoni Hot Pockets are the ultimate solution! Featuring a buttery, flaky pastry crust filled with savory pepperoni, gooey mozzarella cheese, and just the right touch of optional pizza sauce, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for kids and adults alike. Perfectly golden and packed with bold pizza flavors, these handheld pockets are made from scratch and bake up in just 20 minutes. Whether you're planning a quick weeknight dinner, a satisfying lunch, or a game-day snack, these Pepperoni Hot Pockets deliver convenience and flavor in every bite. Serve them fresh out of the oven or freeze a batch for grab-and-go meals later—your taste buds will thank you!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cups cold water
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.5 cup pizza sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and salt together.

Step 2

Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture.

Step 3

Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add cold water until the dough starts to hold together; you may not need the entire 0.5 cup.

Step 5

Form the dough into a ball, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or until firm.

Step 6

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

Step 7

On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 8

Cut the rolled-out dough into 8 rectangles, each approximately 4x6 inches.

Step 9

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash.

Step 10

On four of the rectangles, place a few slices of pepperoni and a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, keeping away from the edges.

Step 11

Add a small spoonful of pizza sauce on top of the cheese and pepperoni if desired.

Step 12

Brush the edges of each filled rectangle with the egg wash to help seal.

Step 13

Place the remaining dough rectangles over the filled ones, pressing the edges together firmly with a fork to seal.

Step 14

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

Step 15

Place the hot pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 16

Allow to cool slightly before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(959.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2949.1

Total Fat 184.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 662.2mg	0%
Sodium 7916.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 107.9g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 978.2mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1575.0mg	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: 56.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 28.7%