Description
These Cheesy Pizza Pockets are a quick and satisfying snack featuring a golden crust filled with melty plant-based cheese, savory smoked turkey bacon, and rich marinara sauce (natural). Perfect for any time of day, they offer a handheld, mess-free pizza flavor experience that is easy to customize and great for busy days or relaxing moments.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade): enough to roll out into a ¼ inch thick rectangle
For the Filling
- Plant-based cheese: 1 cup, shredded or chopped
- Smoked turkey bacon: ½ cup, chopped
- Marinara sauce (natural): ½ cup
- Italian seasoning (natural): 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ¼ teaspoon
- Pepper: â…› teaspoon
For the Finishing
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon, for brushing
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface into an even rectangle about ¼ inch thick, ensuring it is easy to fold over once stuffed.
- Build the filling: In a bowl, combine plant-based cheese, chopped smoked turkey bacon, marinara sauce (natural), Italian seasoning (natural), salt, and pepper. Mix gently to keep everything evenly distributed.
- Assemble the pockets: Spread the filling mixture evenly over half of the dough rectangle, leaving about an inch border around the edges for sealing.
- Seal the pockets: Fold the dough over the filling so it covers completely, then press the edges firmly together using a fork to create a tight seal that will not leak while baking.
- Bake until golden: Brush the outside of each pocket lightly with olive oil and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Do not overload with filling to avoid bursting or soggy pockets during baking.
- Use chilled dough for easier handling and less stickiness when shaping pockets.
- Seal edges carefully using a fork to press and crimp securely to contain the gooey filling.
- Let pockets cool for a few minutes after baking to prevent filling from spilling when bitten.
- Optionally, sprinkle sesame seeds or Italian herbs on top before baking for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cheesy Pizza Pockets, Plant-based cheese, Smoked turkey bacon, Quick snack, Vegetarian option, Gluten-free pizza pockets
