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Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets

These easy-to-make Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets combine the classic taste of pizza with the fun of eating pizza waffles. Crisp on the outside and gooey on the inside, these pizza pockets are perfect for a quick lunch or snack.
2
19 min
TOTAL TIME
1676
CALORIES
$5.84
PER SERVING
Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Directions
22 STEPS
15 min
PREP TIME
4 min
COOK TIME
19 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
1
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2
In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
2
Divide the store-bought pizza dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
3
In a small bowl, combine the store-bought marinara sauce, chopped basil, chopped oregano, chopped parsley, and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.
3
On a clean surface, gently roll out one sheet of thawed puff pastry into an even rectangle. Cut it into 4 equal rectangles.
4
Brush each rectangle with the garlic-butter mixture.
4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a 5-inch round disc.
5
Place 3 slices of pepperoni onto one half of each rectangle.
5
Spread about 1 tablespoon of the marinara sauce mixture onto the center of 4 dough discs, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.
6
Place 6 pepperoni slices on top of the sauce, followed by 2 slices of fresh mozzarella and a generous sprinkling of grated parmesan.
6
Place a halved mozzarella cheese stick on top of the pepperoni.
7
Cover each filled disc with a plain dough disc and pinch the edges together to seal.
7
Fold the pastry over the filling, creating a square pocket. Press the edges together and crimp with a fork to seal.
8
Spray the preheated waffle iron with nonstick cooking spray and cook each pizza pocket for 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
8
Carefully transfer the pizza pockets to the prepared baking sheet, leaving at least 2 inches between them.
9
Serve the Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Pockets with the remaining marinara sauce for dipping.
9
Repeat steps 3 to 8 with the remaining puff pastry sheet, pepperoni, cheese sticks, and garlic-butter mixture.
10
Brush the tops of the pizza pockets with any remaining garlic-butter mixture.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pizza pockets are golden brown and puffed.
12
Remove the pizza pockets from the oven, cool slightly, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
13
Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.
Health Info
Macros
109g
CARBS
111g
FAT
63g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do to prevent the stuffing from coming out of the pocket while baking?
What's the perfect oven temperature to bake pizza pockets?
How can I make my pizza pockets extra crispy?
Is it necessary to defrost the pizza pocket before baking?
Can I microwave pizza pockets?
Can I reuse leftover pizza to make pizza pockets?
Can I add raw meat in the pizza pockets?
The crust of my pizza pockets turns soggy. How can I avoid that?
Do I need to flip the pizza pockets during baking?
Can I prepare pizza pockets in bulk and freeze?