Description
A simple, freezer-friendly recipe for homemade cheesy pizza hot pockets using just a few ingredients. These quick snacks feature flaky dough, stretchy mozzarella, and crispy pepperoni, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/2 cup Pepperoni Slices
- 1/4 cup Pizza Sauce
- 1 Egg (for egg wash)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- Water (as needed for dough)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the egg and about 1/4 cup of water. Mix with a fork until it starts to come together, then knead gently by hand until you have a soft, pliable dough. Shape into a ball and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Lightly flour your surface and rolling pin. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into approximately 4-inch squares (yields about 8-10 squares).
- Place a few slices of pepperoni in the center of one dough square. Add a small spoonful of thick pizza sauce, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Leave a half-inch border around the edges.
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a triangle or rectangle. Press edges firmly and crimp with a fork to seal tightly.
- Whisk the remaining egg with a teaspoon of water. Brush the tops of the hot pockets with the egg wash.
- Place hot pockets on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Let cool for a minute before serving.
Notes
Do not skip the dough resting step to prevent shrinking. Use thick pizza sauce to avoid soggy dough. Ensure edges are sealed well to prevent cheese leakage. For freezing, cool completely before storing in airtight containers for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven at 350°F for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hot pocket
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 14
Keywords: pizza hot pockets, freezer recipe, quick snacks, kid-friendly meals, homemade pizza, meal prep, comfort food