For most kiddos, Christmas Break is now over and it’s time to get back to school, homework and earlier bedtimes. But that certainly doesn't mean that the fun has to stop. One day after school, have a group of kids over and let them make their own pizza pockets.
Made from fresh ingredients and refrigerated pizza dough, these hand held sandwiches, similar to empanadas will be a hit with kids of all ages.
Simply have a selection of ingredients in bowls and let the kids build their own custom pizza pocket.
Some ideas for fillings include:
- Ham, Canadian bacon, salami, pepperoni
- Diced bell peppers (various colors), sliced olives, diced onions, shredded carrots
- Pineapple tidbits, Mandarin oranges
- Any favorite cheese
While you and the kids have fun cooking together, they are learning valuable life lessons and skills that are best learned with hands-on experiences such as this.
Many thanks to Oklahoma City chef, Sean Cummings, for his wonderful recipe idea and coordinating video.
Find a wide range of fresh veggies, meats and cheese and Reasor’s and other area grocery stores.
Pizza Pockets
- 1 can pizza crust
- Pizza or marinara sauce or Alfredo sauce
- Cheese
- favorite toppings
- 1 egg, beaten
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400.
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll dough and roll out dough slightly.
- Using a 4-5 inch cookie cutter, (can also use a cup or glass) cut as many circles as desired.
- Place dough circles on floured surface and roll out a little more.
- Place some of the toppings near the middle of the circle.
- Put a spoonful of the sauce on the toppings.
- Fold dough over topping to form a half-moon.
- Crimp edges to seal.
- Place on lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown
Makes about 8-10
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