Pizza Pockets or Hot Pockets

Treat yourself to homemade pizza pockets—the perfect grab-and-go snack bursting with gooey mozzarella, zesty pizza sauce, and savory pepperoni, all encased in a freshly baked, golden-brown crust. This recipe combines a simple, made-from-scratch dough with classic pizza flavors to create pockets of pure comfort food that are both fun and satisfying. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a short rise, these hot pockets come together quickly and bake to crispy perfection in under 20 minutes. Ideal for family movie nights, kid-friendly lunches, or game-day appetizers, these customizable pockets can be filled with your favorite toppings for endless variety. Try this easy pizza pocket recipe today and enjoy convenience and flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Instant yeast
• 1 tablespoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Pizza sauce
• 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Pepperoni slices
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until the dough comes together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until it's smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise for 20 minutes in a warm spot.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 6

After the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7

Cut the dough into 6x6-inch squares (approximately).

Step 8

Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce onto one half of each square, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 9

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and add a few pepperoni slices on top of the sauce.

Step 10

Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a pocket and press the edges together to seal.

Step 11

Crimp the edges with a fork to ensure a tight seal and transfer the pockets to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 12

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.

Step 13

Brush the tops of each pocket with the egg wash to help them brown beautifully in the oven.

Step 14

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pizza pockets are golden brown.

Step 15

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1426.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3760.0

Total Fat 192.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 610.9mg	0%
Sodium 9852.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 335.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.8g
Protein 157.5g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 1857.0mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 2720.3mg	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: 46.8%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 36.2%