Keto Fathead Pizza Pockets
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup almond flour
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- A pinch of salt
For the Filling
- ½ cup low-carb marinara sauce
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Your favorite pizza toppings e.g., pepperoni, cooked sausage, diced bell peppers
Instructions
Making the Dough
- Combine the shredded mozzarella and cream cheese in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second intervals, stirring each time, until the cheeses are melted and combined.
- Add the almond flour, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt to the melted cheese mixture.
- Crack in the egg and mix the ingredients thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
Assembling the Pizza Pockets
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into equal portions based on the number of pockets you want to make. Usually, this recipe yields about four pockets.
- Roll out each dough portion between two sheets of parchment paper into a circular or oval shape, about ¼-inch thick.
Adding the Fillings
- Spoon a tablespoon of marinara sauce onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Layer on your preferred pizza toppings: pepperoni, cooked sausage, diced bell peppers, or a combination.
Folding and Baking
- Carefully fold the other half of the dough over the fillings, creating a half-moon shape.
- Gently press the edges of the dough together and use a fork to crimp and seal them.
- Transfer the assembled pizza pockets to the prepared baking sheet.
Golden Perfection
- Bake the pizza pockets in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy Your Keto Pizza Pockets
- Serve your warm pizza pockets with additional marinara sauce for dipping.
- These pockets are a fantastic on-the-go snack or a satisfying meal, perfect for satisfying your pizza cravings while staying keto-friendly.