Description
Cheesy Pizza Pockets combine melty plant-based cheese with classic pizza flavors wrapped in a crispy, golden crust. Ready in under 30 minutes, this versatile snack or light meal is perfect for family cravings, with customizable fillings and a satisfying texture.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- Plant-based pizza dough (quantity as needed for pockets)
- Olive oil (for brushing, about 1 tbsp)
Filling
- Plant-based cheese (1 to 1½ cups, shredded or chopped)
- Tomato sauce (natural) (½ cup)
- Chopped vegetables (such as ½ cup bell peppers and ½ cup onions)
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) (1 tbsp)
- Apple cider vinegar (1 tsp)
- Oregano (natural) (1 tsp)
- Basil (natural) (1 tsp)
- Natural gelling agent (as included in tomato sauce for consistency)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the plant-based pizza dough on a lightly floured surface until about ¼-inch thick. Use a round cutter or a glass to create even circles for your pockets.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine the plant-based cheese, natural tomato sauce, chopped vegetables, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, oregano (natural), and basil (natural). Stir well until the mixture is evenly coated and flavorful.
- Fill the Dough Circles: Spoon a generous amount of filling onto the center of each dough circle, making sure not to overfill to prevent leakage during baking.
- Seal the Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly with a fork or your fingers to seal completely.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Place the pockets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil to help them crisp up nicely, then bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Keep the dough thin enough to crisp but thick enough to support the filling without tearing.
- Use a fork to crimp edges well, preventing any filling from oozing out during baking.
- Use a plant-based cheese that melts smoothly for a perfect gooey texture.
- Let the pockets rest for 5 minutes before baking to help the dough relax and seal properly.
- Add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika for an extra layer of taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pocket
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cheesy Pizza Pockets, Plant-Based Snack, Vegan Pizza, Quick Snack, Baked Pizza Pockets, Gluten Free Pizza
