These homemade Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets are stuffed with your favorite pizza toppings and heaps of gooey cheese inside of buttery puff pastry dough. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.

Pizza is one of my family’s favorite meals but sometimes we like to change things up. These flaky pizza pockets always get a thumbs-up, especially with the Teens.

I mean, who can resist the combination of melted cheese, zesty sauce and your favorite pizza toppings all wrapped up in a flaky dough and served in a handheld version?!

Close up of Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets on a white plate with one cut in half.

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This homemade pizza pocket recipe tastes similar to the popular Hot Pockets found in the freezer section at the grocery store. But we love making them from scratch!

We prefer making them at home because they’re easy to make with simple ingredients and come together quickly. And the best part is how customizable they are – you can add different fillings so you never have to eat the same version twice. And they’re a great choice if you have picky eaters.

Teens and kids love these flaky pastries because they are the perfect portable snack and well, it’s pizza. And I appreciate that they freeze well. If you’re into meal prepping, make a big batch and freeze some for future meals and snacks.

If you love pizza flavors you’ll also enjoy making our easy Italian Stromboli and air fryer calzone with pepperoni – they use pizza dough for the base. And this delicious pepperoni dip is always a hit.

Ingredients needed to make homemade pizza pockets with puff pastry with text labels.

Puff Pastry Pizza Pocket Ingredients

store-bought puff pastry – look for this in the freezer section of your grocery store. Be sure to thaw before using, following the package instructions.
pizza sauce – any brand or homemade will work but the Rao’s brand is my fave.
pepperoni slices – see our variations below for more options.
mozzarella cheese – we used store-bought shredded for convenience.
egg + water – to make an egg wash.
Italian seasoning blend – adds flavor to the outer crust and looks pretty for serving.

Get the complete ingredients & directions in the recipe card below.

How to Make Homemade Pizza Pockets with Puff Pastry

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Cut the thawed puff pastry sheet into 6 equal rectangles.

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Add the pizza sauce to the center of each rectangle, keeping the sauce away from the edges of the pastry.

Place 3 pepperonis on top of the sauce, and top with mozzarella.

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Lightly brush the edges with water to help seal the pizza pocket.

Two images of uncooked pizza pockets on a tray before being baked and after sealing the dough with fork marks with text overlay.

Cut the second sheet of puff pastry into 6 equal triangles. Place a rectangle over each of the pockets. Use the backside tines of a fork to press the edges and seal them closed.

Side by side images of brushing the hot pockets with egg wash and sprinkling on Italian seasoning with text overlay.

Whisk the egg with a tablespoon of water. Brush the egg wash over the homemade pizza pockets, then immediately sprinkle the Italian seasoning on top.

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Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes at 400 degrees F until they are puffed and golden brown. Remove tray from the oven and allow pizza pockets to cool slightly before serving.

Tips for Making Homemade Hot Pockets

I use a pizza cutter to cut the puff pastry.
Avoid adding too much filling. Overfilling will cause them to leak out from the pockets as they are baking.
The egg wash and seasoning is optional, but it gives them more of a pizza place look.
Cooling them on a wire rack helps to keep the pockets crispy.

Homemade puff pastry hot pockets with pizza fillings on a parchment lined white plate with one cut in half.

Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Meat: cooked Italian sausage, ground beef, grilled chicken slices, spicy pepperoni, mini pepperoni (you will want to use more than 3 pepperonis since they are smaller).
Veggies: sauteed mushrooms, onions, black olives, green peppers. You’ll want to cook the veggies before adding them to the filling or they’ll add too much moisture and the pastry crust won’t be as crispy.
Cheese: string cheese or fresh mozzarella can be used in place of shredded cheese.
If desired, top with grated parmesan cheese.

What to Serve With Pizza Pockets

These pizza pockets are great when dipped in a side of marinara sauce, alfredo, or warmed pizza sauce.

For an after school snack you can serve them alongside fresh fruit to balance out the meal. And for dinner all you need is a simple dinner salad.

These are also a hit on game days! Be sure to check out our favorite football finger foods and the best game day recipes for more tasty ideas. There are many great recipes to choose from that can be served for other occasions.

How to Store Leftover Puff Pastry Hot Pockets

Pizza pockets are best when eaten the same day they are made. However, you can store them in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F or in the air fryer.

Can You Freeze Homemade Hot Pockets?

Yes! Follow the instructions for cooking. Once they have cooled, place them on a baking sheet and flash freeze for 30-60 minutes.

Transfer to a freezer bag and freeze for 1-2 months. Reheat directly from the freezer to the oven at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes.

If you’re ready to take your pizza game to the next level, our Puff Pastry Pizza Pockets are a game-changer. Featuring classic pizza flavors, these flaky pizza pastries are sure to be a hit at the dinner table, parties or anytime you need to feed hungry teenagers.

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