Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Are you a fan of pizza? Are you looking for an easy and delicious way to make pizza? If so, you need to try making air fryer crescent pepperoni pizza pockets. Combining crescent roll dough, pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese, this is an incredibly simple but delicious combination. By air frying it to perfection, you get a perfectly crisped pocket of cheesy pepperoni goodness. Not only is making this pizza pocket easy and delicious but it also can be made quickly; in less than 20 minutes, you can have your pizza pocket ready to enjoy. So the next time you have a pizza craving, make sure to try out this air fryer crescent pepperoni pizza pocket recipe to satisfy your craving.
Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Lately, I have been all about easy meals. It is an added bonus if it hardly makes any mess too! The other day the family was craving pizza but we didn’t want to take out so we decided to create these fun and easy Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets and let me tell you they were so good!
You will love how easy they are to make and the fact that they literally make no mess! In a matter of minutes, you will be placing your delicious pizza pockets in the Air Fryer and be ready to eat in less than 10 minutes! How is that for easy and simple? These are totally customizable too, which makes it even better if you have some picky kids in your house!
If you love pizza and easy, be sure you also try our reader’s favorite, Air Fryer Biscuit Pizza as well as Taco Pizza for a different take on traditional pizza that your family will love!
What is a hot pocket?
A hot pocket is a pastry that is usually filled with different meats and cheeses. Traditionally you will find these in the freezer section at the grocery store that you warm up in the microwave, but these Air Fryer hot pockets taste way better than those!
How to Make Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the air fryer basket.
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll the crescent dough and press into an even rectangle. Cut each sheet of crescent dough into 4 equal rectangles.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the pepperoni, cheese, and pizza sauce. Place about ¼ cup of the mixture on each piece of crescent dough towards one end.
- Fold the crescent dough over the mixture and press to seal the edges. Crimp with a fork.
- Place the pockets into the air fryer basket, leaving space between for the crescent dough to puff. Brush with melted butter.
- Cook in the air fryer for 7 to 9 minutes, flipping halfway or until golden.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- If you don’t have mini pepperonis you can cut regular size pepperonis in quarters.
- If you have kids that don’t care for pepperoni you can omit it in the ones you are making for them.
- The great thing about these is that you can make them to your preference. I made ham and pineapple one the other day which was phenomenal. Experiment with different flavors.
- Be sure you use the dough as soon as you get it out of the fridge. The warmer it gets, the harder it is to work with.
Storage
You can easily store your leftover hot pockets in the fridge for up to 4 days in an airtight container. They might lose some of their crispness when you warm it up in the microwave, but you can also reheat it back in the Air Fryer if you choose.
Freezer
I love to make a big batch of these and freeze so we have them on hand for a quick snack. Cook as directed and let them completely cool. Once cooled, flash freeze and then add them in a freezer-safe bag. These will store for about 3 months.
Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Air Fryer Crescent Pepperoni Pizza Pockets combines crescent roll dough, pizza sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese that is then air fried to perfection to create the most amazing air fryer pizza pocket.
Ingredients
- 2 (8 ounce) cans refrigerated crescent dough
- 1 (5 ounce) package mini pepperoni
- 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Cut a piece of parchment paper to fit the air fryer basket.
- On a lightly floured surface, unroll the crescent dough and press into an even rectangle. Cut each sheet of crescent dough into 4 equal rectangles.
- In a medium bowl, stir together the pepperoni, cheese, and pizza sauce. Place about ¼ cup of the mixture on each piece of the crescent dough towards one end.
- Fold the crescent dough over the mixture and press to seal the edges. Crimp with a fork.
- Place the pockets into the air fryer basket, leaving space between for the crescent dough to puff. Brush with melted butter.
- Cook in the air fryer for 7 to 9 minutes, flipping halfway or until golden.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 80Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 169mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
