How to Make the Perfect Heart Shaped Pizza Pockets
Italian American · Medium · 35 min · 10 servings
Soft pizza dough folded into heart shapes and stuffed with mozzarella and tomato sauce creates the most adorable handheld party food for kids. These little heart pizza pockets are easy to grab and eat without mess, making them ideal for birthday parties and celebrations.
Why this recipe works
This Heart Shaped Pizza Pockets recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 35 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 8g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 500 grams store bought pizza dough
- 1 cup pizza tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg beaten for egg wash
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Roll and Cut the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about half a centimeter thickness. Use a large heart shaped cookie cutter or a knife to cut out heart shapes, re rolling scraps as needed to get at least 20 heart pieces.
Step 2: Fill the Hearts
Place one heart shaped piece of dough on a lined baking tray. Add a teaspoon of tomato sauce to the center and top with a generous pinch of shredded mozzarella. Sprinkle a little Italian seasoning over the filling.
Step 3: Seal and Top
Place a second heart piece on top and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal completely. Brush the tops with beaten egg wash and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Repeat with all remaining dough pieces.
Step 4: Bake Until Golden
Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for 12 to 15 minutes until the tops are golden brown and puffed. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving as the filling will be very hot inside.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- store bought pizza dough → crescent roll dough for a flakier texture
- mozzarella cheese → vegan mozzarella for a dairy free option
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not sealing the edges tightly enough with the fork which causes the filling to leak out during baking
- Adding too much filling which prevents the edges from sealing properly and causes the pockets to burst open
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 8g protein, 28g carbs, 7g fat, 2g fiber.
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