Description
Pizza Toast Pockets are a quick and delicious snack or lunch option that combines the flavors of classic pizza inside crispy bread pockets. These easy-to-make treats are perfect for a kid-friendly meal or a savory snack, featuring melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, pizza sauce, and your choice of pepperoni or veggies, all baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pockets
- 4 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or sandwich bread)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices or diced vegetables (such as bell peppers, mushrooms, or cooked sausage)
For Finishing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Bread: Using a rolling pin, gently flatten each bread slice slightly to make it easier to fold and contain the fillings.
- Add Sauce: Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly over each slice, leaving a small border around the edges to avoid leakage during baking.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, and your choice of mini pepperoni slices or diced vegetables evenly over the sauce on each slice.
- Form Pockets: Fold each bread slice over the fillings to form a pocket. Press the edges firmly together to seal and prevent the fillings from spilling out while baking.
- Brush Toppings: Brush the tops of the pockets with olive oil or the beaten egg wash to achieve a golden brown and slightly glossy finish after baking.
- Bake: Place the sealed pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly toast the bread before assembling the pockets.
- Feel free to customize the filling with cooked sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, or other favorite pizza toppings.
- Store leftover pockets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain crispiness instead of using a microwave.
