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Crispy Homemade Pizza Pockets Recipe Easy Better Than Store-Bought

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These crispy homemade pizza pockets feature a flaky, buttery crust filled with melty cheese, tangy tomato sauce, and seasoned pepperoni. They are quick to make, customizable, and better than store-bought versions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (about 320 g)
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast (one packet)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup warm water (about 110°F / 43°C)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 170 g)
  • ½ cup pizza sauce (120 ml)
  • ½ cup pepperoni slices (about 30 g)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 clove minced garlic (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)

Instructions

  1. Activate the yeast: In a large bowl, combine warm water (about 110°F/43°C), sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5-7 minutes until foamy and bubbly.
  2. Make the dough: Add flour, salt, olive oil, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Mix until it starts to come together, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Let it rise: Place the dough ball in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  4. Prepare the filling: Mix shredded mozzarella, pizza sauce, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, garlic, and Parmesan cheese in a bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Shape the pockets: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a 6-inch (15 cm) circle on parchment paper.
  6. Fill and seal: Spoon about 2 tablespoons of filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border. Fold dough over and press edges firmly with a fork to seal.
  7. Egg wash: Lightly brush each pocket with the beaten egg wash for a golden shine.
  8. Bake: Transfer pockets (with parchment) to a baking sheet. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Optionally broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness, watching carefully.
  9. Cool and enjoy: Let pizza pockets cool for at least 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

If filling is too wet, strain excess sauce or add more cheese to prevent soggy pockets. Seal edges firmly and use egg wash to keep pockets sealed. Baking at high temperature crisps crust and melts cheese perfectly. Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks. For extra crispiness, broil for last 1-2 minutes carefully. Store leftovers in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days; reheat in oven for best crispness. Freeze individually wrapped for longer storage.

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