Description
Football Pizza Pockets are the ultimate game day snack, combining the irresistible flavors of pizza in a convenient, handheld form. These golden brown pockets boast a flaky crust filled with gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and colorful bell peppers. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they provide a delightful flavor explosion that will have everyone cheering for more. Customize them to suit your taste and enjoy the fun of preparing these delicious bites with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Cut circles using a large cookie cutter.
- On half of each circle, layer pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, diced bell peppers, and a spoonful of pizza sauce.
- Fold over the dough to create half-moons and seal the edges tightly to prevent leakage.
- Place on the baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg