There’s something magical about the smell of baking bread and melted cheese wafting through my kitchen. It’s the scent of a win, of a craving perfectly satisfied. That’s exactly the feeling I get every time I make these Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets. I stumbled onto the idea one chaotic weeknight, desperate for a fun, hands-off dinner project that my whole family could help with. What emerged from the oven that evening—golden, puffy, and oozing with gooey cheese and savory sauce—was an instant classic. It was the perfect marriage of nostalgic frozen snacks and the soul-warming pride of making something from scratch. Now, it’s my go-to for game nights, packed lunches, and anytime we need a little cheesy joy.
Ingredients
- 1 package (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 30-40 slices of pepperoni (or your favorite toppings)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Flour, for dusting
A few notes on the ingredients from my kitchen trials: Don’t be tempted to skip the egg wash—it’s the secret to that gorgeous, deep golden-brown, professional-looking crust. I’ve tried it with just olive oil and the difference is stark. For the cheese, I highly recommend shredding your own mozzarella from a block. Pre-shredded bags contain anti-caking agents that can make the melt less smooth and gooey. Trust me, those extra two minutes of shredding make a huge difference in the final, stringy, glorious cheese pull.(See the next page below to continue…)