Best 7 Pepperoni Pizza Pockets Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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With the combination of crispy golden crust and gooey cheesy fillings, pizza pockets have become an iconic American snack. Pepperoni pizza pockets, a recipe by Tasty, stands out with its savory pepperoni and delectable mozzarella cheese wrapped inside a flaky and fluffy bread pocket. This recipe promises a quick and effortless preparation, making it an ideal choice for busy individuals or families seeking a comforting and flavorful meal. Whether you're craving a satisfying snack or a delightful lunch option, the pepperoni pizza pockets recipe by Tasty has you covered.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PIZZA BAKE POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



Pizza Bake Pockets Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: warm water, yeast, sugar, all-purpose flour, sea salt, olive oil, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, olive oil

Provided by Camille Bergerson

Categories     Snacks

Yield 8 pockets

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ⅓ cups warm water
2 ¼ teaspoons yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon olive oil, plus 1 additional teaspoon
3 ½ cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, plus 2 tablespoons for topping
1 cup pepperoni
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450ºF (230ºC), and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes cloudy and slightly foamy.
  • Add the flour, salt, and 1 tablespoon of oil to the bowl with the yeast mixture and stir until combined.
  • Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-5 minutes.
  • Wipe the large bowl clean and lightly coat with remaining oil. Place the dough into the bowl and cover with plastic wrap and a dish towel.
  • Set in a warm place for 20 minutes, or until the dough has nearly doubled in size.
  • Once risen, turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface and stretch the dough into a 12x22-inch (30x56 cm) rectangle.
  • Layer the marinara, mozzarella, and pepperoni in the center of the rectangle, lengthwise, leaving 1-2 inches (2 ½-5 cm) on the top and bottom.
  • Slice the dough in half through the center, lengthwise.
  • Fold each piece's center edge towards the outer edge and pat down, creating a long roll-up.
  • Slice each roll into 4-5 equal pieces. Pinch the edges closed on all the pieces and place on sheet tray.
  • Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until light golden brown.
  • Serve immediately or allow to cool, then freeze in an airtight container up to 1-2 months.
  • To reheat, microwave for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 17 grams, Sugar 3 grams

PITA PIZZA POCKETS 4 WAYS RECIPE BY TASTY



Pita Pizza Pockets 4 Ways Recipe by Tasty image

These pizza pita pockets come together in a flash - great for a weeknight dinner or when you need a quick snack. Choose your favorite fillings from the options below, or experiment with your own combos!

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 large pita
¼ cup pizza sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 slices pepperoni
1 large pita
¼ cup pizza sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup pineapple, chunks
¼ cup canadian bacon, diced
1 large pita
¼ cup pizza sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup button mushroom, sliced
¼ cup green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons black olive, sliced
1 large pita
¼ cup barbecue sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup chicken, grilled. diced
2 tablespoons jalapeño, pickled

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Make the pepperoni pita pizza: Cut the pita in half crosswise to form 2 pockets and fill each pocket with 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce, ¼ cup (25 G) shredded mozzarella, and 6 pepperoni. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
  • Make the Hawaiian pita pizza: Cut the pita in half crosswise to form 2 pockets and fill each pocket with 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce, ¼ cup (25 G) shredded mozzarella, 2 tablespoons pineapple, and 2 tablespoons Canadian bacon. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
  • Make the veggie supreme pita pizza: Cut the pita in half crosswise to form 2 pockets and fill each pocket with 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce, ¼ cup (25 G) shredded mozzarella, 2 tablespoons mushrooms, 2 tablespoons green pepper, and 1 tablespoon olives. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
  • Make the BBQ chicken pita pizza: Cut the pita in half crosswise to form 2 pockets and fill each pocket with 2 tablespoons of barbeque sauce, ¼ cup (25 G) shredded mozzarella, 2 tablespoons diced chicken, and 1 tablespoon pickled jalapeños. Place on a prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the pita pizzas for 10 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 5 grams

PEPPERONI PIZZA POCKETS



Pepperoni Pizza Pockets image

Stuffed with a pizza-style filling, these special sandwiches surprise you with a burst of flavor in every bite. They were popular with the preschool set at our son's dinosaur-theme birthday party...but you can be sure adults will love them, too! - Robin Werner, Brush Prairie, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 pockets

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons salt
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce, divided
96 slices turkey pepperoni
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt and 4-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Divide dough into 16 pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in. circle. Place 2 teaspoon pizza sauce, 6 slices pepperoni and 1/4 cup of mozzarella. Lightly brush edge of dough with egg. Bring dough over filling; press firmly, then crimp seams to seal. , Place on greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Brush with egg; sprinkle with Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Bake until golden brown, 18-20 minutes. Warm remaining pizza sauce; serve with pizza pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

PEPPERONI PIZZA POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



Pepperoni Pizza Pockets Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: puff pastry, pepperoni, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, egg

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 sheet puff pastry
15 slices pepperoni
1 cup marinara sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, for egg wash

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut the puff pastry into six rectangles and place on a nonstick baking tray.
  • On one rectangle, spread a tablespoon of marinara, avoiding the edges of the pastry. Top with pepperoni slices and cheese.
  • Place a rectangle of pastry on top and seal the edges with a fork. Repeat with remaining pastry rectangles.
  • Brush the pockets with egg wash.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is flaky and golden.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 3 grams

PIZZA POCKETS



Pizza Pockets image

Spend 30 seconds of your day watching our video on how to make Pizza Pockets! Your family will thank you after just one bite of these tasty Pizza Pockets.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Lunch

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dinner rolls
16 slices OSCAR MAYER Pepperoni
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Italian* Low-Moisture Mozzarella-Parmesan Cheese Blend
1/3 cup CLASSICO Tomato and Basil Pasta Sauce
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Unroll dough into 4 rectangles; press perforations together to seal. Place on lightly floured surface; roll each to 7x5-inch rectangle.
  • Place 4 pepperoni slices on one short side, 1 inch from edge, of each dough rectangle. Combine shredded cheese and pasta sauce; spread over pepperoni. Fold dough rectangles crosswise in half; firmly press edges together to seal. Transfer to baking sheet. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake 12 min. or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 820 mg, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 8 g, Protein 13 g

EASY PIZZA POCKET



Easy Pizza Pocket image

This is a quick and easy take on pizza. My family loves this recipe, and it's also very easy to make. Add other pizza toppings to taste.

Provided by T.C.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 (8 ounce) can pizza sauce
1 (3 ounce) package sliced pepperoni
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup mozzarella cheese
1 egg white, beaten
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Unroll puff pastry sheet onto a large piece of parchment paper. Cut an equal number of 1-inch strips diagonally down both sides of the pastry, leaving the center uncut.
  • Spread pizza sauce over the center of the pastry. Cover sauce with pepperoni, mushrooms, and mozzarella cheese. Braid strips over the filling, alternating from side to side.
  • Transfer pastry to a baking sheet. Brush beaten egg white over the top. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over pastry.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until puffed and golden, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.3 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 42.6 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 19.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 1035.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

PEPPERONI PIZZA DIP WITH GARLIC KNOTS RECIPE BY TASTY



Pepperoni Pizza Dip With Garlic Knots Recipe by Tasty image

This super easy and super cheesy dip is the perfect snack for game day or movie night with the family!

Provided by Tikeyah Whittle

Categories     Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups cream cheese, softened
2 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ cup tomato sauce
12 slices pepperoni
1 package store bought pizza dough
½ stick unsalted butter
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Make the dip: In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, ½ cup (55 g) mozzarella, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Mix with an electric hand mixer until smooth. Stir in the salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and oregano.
  • Transfer the cream cheese mixture to a 9-inch (22 cm) pie dish and spread evenly. Top with the tomato sauce, then the remaining 2 cups (100 G) of mozzarella cheese. Finish with the pepperoni.
  • Bake the dip for 18-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • While the dip bakes, make the garlic knots: Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Unroll the pizza dough on a flat surface. Cut in half lengthwise, then crosswise 12 times so you have 24 small strips. Cover with a damp kitchen towel to keep from rising.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, salt, garlic powder, minced garlic, Parmesan, and parsley.
  • Tie each dough strip into a knot, then place on the prepared baking sheets. Brush generously with the garlic butter.
  • Bake the garlic knots for 10-12 minutes, until puffed and golden.
  • Serve the garlic knots warm with the pepperoni dip.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1109 calories, Carbohydrate 72 grams, Fat 73 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 40 grams, Sugar 10 grams

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, brush the edges of the pizza pockets with olive oil before baking.
  • To make sure the pizza pockets are cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 165°F.
  • If you don't have pizza dough, you can use refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry dough instead.
  • Feel free to get creative with your fillings! You can add other ingredients like cooked chicken, vegetables, or cheese.
  • If you're short on time, you can assemble the pizza pockets ahead of time and freeze them. When you're ready to bake them, simply thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Conclusion:

Pepperoni pizza pockets are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or meal. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick lunch or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying snack that everyone will love.

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