Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet of puff pastry or pizza dough
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices or preferred toppings
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1 beaten egg (for brushing)
- Optional: chopped basil or oregano for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry or pizza dough on a floured surface.
- Cut into squares of approximately 4 inches.
- Place a spoonful of marinara sauce in the center of each square.
- Top with shredded cheese and pepperoni or other toppings.
- Fold the dough over to form a pocket and seal the edges well.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- You can customize these pockets with different toppings like vegetables or cooked sausage.
- Ensure the edges are sealed properly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian options available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg