Pizza Pouches

Health score
1%
Pizza Pouches
35 min.
6
308kcal

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Looking for a fun and delicious way to bring the family together at lunchtime or dinnertime? Look no further than these delightful Pizza Pouches! Perfectly portioned for six people, these handheld treats offer all the classic flavors of pizza in a fun, bite-sized format that's sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Whether it's for a quick weeknight meal or a weekend treat, these savory pouches are both crowd-pleasers and easy to prepare.

Imagine the delightful aroma of freshly baked pizza wafting through your kitchen as these golden pouches come out of the oven. Stuffed with juicy turkey meatballs, melty mozzarella, and the tangy kick of marinara sauce, each pouch is a little bundle of joy that's perfect for dipping and sharing. Plus, they’re easy to customize—feel free to add your favorite toppings or swap out the meatballs for a vegetarian option to suit your dietary needs.

Taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is a breezy option for busy days, yet impressive enough to serve at gatherings. So gather your loved ones, roll out the dough, and experience the joy of creating these scrumptious Pizza Pouches together. They’re not just a meal; they’re a delicious adventure!

Ingredients

  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons tomatoes fresh jarred (such as Rao's)
  • teaspoon milk (any fat content)
  • tablespoon parmesan grated
  • 16 ounce pizza dough store-bought
  • tablespoons mozzarella cheese shredded
  •  turkey meatballs store-bought (such as Murray's or Trader Joe's)

Equipment

  • oven
  • whisk
  • rolling pin
  • muffin tray

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Roll the dough out about ¼ inch thick.
  3. Cut it into eighths (2 will be left over).
  4. Grease a 6-cup muffin tin. Line each cup with a piece of dough, letting the excess hang over the sides.
  5. Fill each with 1 tablespoon of sauce and 1 meatball. Divide the cheeses equally among the cups.
  6. Gather each bit of excess dough up around the filling, pinching it together at the top.
  7. Whisk the egg with the milk to make a wash.
  8. Brush it onto each pouch.
  9. Bake until golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
  10. Pinch off some pizza dough, hand your toddler a rolling pin, and watch him lock in.

Nutrition Facts

Calories308kcal
Protein20.1%
Fat31.31%
Carbs48.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.83
Glycemic Load
0.37
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.773478269577%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:308.11kcal
15.41%
Fat:10.97g
16.88%
Saturated Fat:4.25g
26.55%
Carbohydrates:38.31g
12.77%
Net Carbohydrates:36.95g
13.44%
Sugar:5.78g
6.42%
Cholesterol:66.3mg
22.1%
Sodium:867.81mg
37.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.85g
31.7%
Iron:2.98mg
16.58%
Calcium:111.76mg
11.18%
Phosphorus:77.54mg
7.75%
Selenium:5.06µg
7.23%
Vitamin B12:0.42µg
6.95%
Fiber:1.36g
5.44%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.24%
Vitamin A:212.37IU
4.25%
Zinc:0.59mg
3.9%
Vitamin E:0.32mg
2.16%
Potassium:67.92mg
1.94%
Vitamin B5:0.19mg
1.87%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.7%
Magnesium:6.55mg
1.64%
Folate:5.89µg
1.47%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.46%
Vitamin C:1.05mg
1.27%
Copper:0.02mg
1.22%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.14%
Source:Epicurious