Pizza Biscuit Pockets

Why Make This Recipe

Pizza Biscuit Pockets are a fun and easy way to enjoy the delicious flavors of pizza in a portable form. They are perfect for quick snacks, lunch boxes, or casual dinners. With simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can have a tasty treat ready in no time. Plus, they are customizable, so you can fill them with your favorite pizza toppings!

How to Make Pizza Biscuit Pockets

Ingredients

• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1 cup pizza sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• Cooking spray

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out each biscuit into a flat circle.
3. Spoon pizza sauce onto one half of each biscuit, then add mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
4. Fold the other half of the biscuit over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
5. Place the pockets on a greased baking sheet.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Serve warm with additional pizza sauce for dipping.

How to Serve Pizza Biscuit Pockets

Serve these delicious pockets warm straight out of the oven. You can pair them with extra pizza sauce for dipping or enjoy them on their own. They are great for parties, game days, or casual family meals.

How to Store Pizza Biscuit Pockets

If you have leftovers (though they might not last long!), let them cool completely, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can also freeze them for longer storage; just wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or foil and place them in a freezer bag.

Tips to Make Pizza Biscuit Pockets

• Make sure to roll the biscuits evenly to avoid uneven cooking.
• Experiment with different fillings, like veggies or other meats, to find your favorite combination.
• Brush the tops with a little melted butter before baking for a golden finish.

Variation

You can switch up the fillings based on your preferences. Try adding mushrooms, green peppers, or even different cheese types like cheddar or provolone for a unique twist!

FAQs

1. Can I use homemade biscuit dough?
   Yes, you can use your favorite homemade biscuit dough for this recipe!

2. What if I don’t have pizza sauce?
   You can substitute pizza sauce with marinara sauce or even a garlic butter sauce for a different flavor.

3. Can I make these ahead of time?
   Yes, you can prepare them in advance, assemble, and store them in the fridge until you are ready to bake them!

Pizza Biscuit Pockets

These Pizza Biscuit Pockets are a fun and easy portable snack packed with delicious pizza flavors. Perfect for lunch boxes, casual dinners, or game days, they are completely customizable with your favorite toppings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 pieces

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American, Italian

Calories: 270

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Dough and Filling

• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough Store-bought for convenience.
• 1 cup pizza sauce You can substitute with marinara sauce.
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can experiment with different cheeses.
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni Feel free to use other meats or veggies.
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning Enhances the pizza flavor.
• to taste Cooking spray For greasing the baking sheet.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out each biscuit into a flat circle.
3. Spoon pizza sauce onto one half of each biscuit, then add mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
4. Fold the other half of the biscuit over the filling and pinch the edges to seal.
5. Place the pockets on a greased baking sheet.

Baking

1. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Notes

Serve these warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Brush the tops with melted butter before baking for a golden finish.