๐๐ง โHomemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets โ crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and bursting with fresh pizza flavors, ready in just 20 minutes!โ ๐โจ
Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are the ultimate quick comfort snack ๐๐ง๐ Crispy on the outside and loaded with gooey cheese and fresh pizza flavors inside, they come together in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy days, kidsโ snacks, or party treats โ every bite is warm, cheesy, and irresistibly delicious โจ๐๐
Sonakshi Goswami ๐
2/4/20262 min read


๐๐ง Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets๐๐
Crispy outside, gooey inside โ fresh pizza flavors in just 20 minutes! ๐โจ
Pizza pockets are pure comfort food joy โค๏ธ๐ Golden, handheld, and packed with melty cheese and bold pizza flavors, theyโre perfect for busy days, kidsโ snacks, parties, or late-night cravings ๐ This easy homemade version comes together quickly and tastes even better thanks to the warmth and aroma of PIKS Spices, which bring that real pizzeria-style punch ๐ฟ๐ฅ No fancy prep, no long waits โ just fresh, cheesy goodness in every bite ๐งโจ
๐ Ingredients (Makes 6โ8 pockets)
๐ For the Dough / Base:
Ready pizza dough / bread dough โ 2 cups (or store-bought pizza base) ๐
All-purpose flour โ for dusting ๐พ
(Shortcut: use bread slices or tortillas if you like!)
๐ For Pizza Filling:
Mozzarella cheese โ 1ยฝ cups (grated) ๐ง
Pizza sauce โ ยฝ cup ๐
Onion โ ยผ cup (finely chopped) ๐ง
Capsicum โ ยผ cup (finely chopped) ๐ซ
Sweet corn / olives / jalapeรฑos โ optional ๐ฝ๐ซ๐ถ๏ธ
PIKS spice mix:
PIKS Oregano โ 1 tsp ๐ฟ
PIKS Chilli Flakes โ ยฝโ1 tsp ๐ถ๏ธ
PIKS Black Pepper Powder โ ยฝ tsp โซ
PIKS Garlic Powder โ ยฝ tsp ๐ง
Salt โ to taste ๐ง
๐ง For Brushing:
Butter or olive oil โ 2 tbsp ๐ง๐ซ
PIKS Oregano โ a pinch (optional topping) ๐ฟ
๐ณ Method (Step-by-Step)
1๏ธโฃ Prepare the Dough ๐
Divide dough into equal balls.
Roll each into a small circle or oval using dry flour ๐พ
Keep thickness medium โ not too thin, not too thick โจ
2๏ธโฃ Make the Filling ๐ง
In a bowl, mix cheese, pizza sauce, veggies, and all PIKS spices ๐ฟ๐ฅ
Mix well until cheesy and flavorful ๐
3๏ธโฃ Shape the Pizza Pockets ๐
Place a spoonful of filling on one side of the dough.
Fold over to make a half-moon shape ๐
Seal edges tightly using fingers or fork โจ
Repeat with all pockets.
4๏ธโฃ Cook the Pockets ๐ฅ
Pan method:
Heat a pan with little butter/oil.
Cook pockets on medium flame till golden and crispy on both sides ๐๐ฅ
Oven method:
Bake at 180ยฐC for 12โ15 minutes until golden โจ
Air fryer:
Air-fry at 180ยฐC for 8โ10 minutes ๐
5๏ธโฃ Final Touch โจ
Brush hot pockets with butter ๐ง
Sprinkle a pinch of PIKS Oregano on top ๐ฟ
Serve hot and cheesy ๐๐ง
๐ก Pro Tips โจ
Seal edges well to avoid cheese leakage ๐ง
Add paneer or cooked chicken for protein boost ๐
Use mixed cheese for extra stretch ๐
Serve immediately for best gooey center
Great for freezing and reheating later โ๏ธ
๐ฝ๏ธ Serving Ideas
Serve with:
Tomato ketchup ๐
Garlic mayo ๐ง
Cheese dip ๐ง
Chilli sauce ๐ถ๏ธ
Perfect for:
Kidsโ snacks ๐ง๐ง
Party starters ๐
Lunchbox treats ๐ฑ
Quick dinners ๐
Comfort food cravings โค๏ธ
Golden, cheesy, and bursting with pizza flavor โ these Homemade Easy Cheesy Pizza Pockets are proof that big comfort can come in small, delicious bites. ๐๐งโจ
Thank You ๐
