Playing with dough is great fun for kids, especially when the
result is pizza pockets. Older kids can make the dough themselves; for younger kids
you’ll need to prepare the dough in advance and let them do the kneading. Make an extra
batch and freeze for a quick meal anytime.
Preparation facts
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 recipe whole-grain pizza dough or 1 pound (455g) frozen whole
wheat bread dough, thawed
3 Tbs (30g) cornmeal
6 oz (170g) mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 cup (240mL) marinara sauce
Favorite pizza toppings for filling
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). Oil a baking sheet and then
sprinkle with cornmeal.
Divide dough into six pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll out
each piece of dough into a large circle. Spread about 3 Tbsp (45mL) of marinara sauce on one
side of circle. Sprinkle 3 Tbsp (25g) of cheese and other toppings as desired on top of
sauce.
Fold dough in half to form a half moon shape. Firmly pinch the edges
together. Use a fork to poke a few holes in each pocket to let the steam escape. Place pizza
pockets on prepared baking sheet. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 310
Calories from Fat 90 (29%)
% Daily Value*
15%Total Fat 10g
24%Saturated
Fat 4.7g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Monounsaturated Fat 2.5g
9%Cholesterol 27mg
22%Sodium 525mg
8%Potassium 297mg
13%Total
Carbohydrate 39g
7%Dietary
Fiber 1.8g
Sugars 4g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
31%Protein 16g