Pie Iron Pizza Pockets (Printer-friendly)
Crispy campfire pockets stuffed with mozzarella, sauce, and your favorite toppings, cooked in a pie iron.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 8 slices white or whole wheat sandwich bread
→ Sauce & Cheese
02 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Toppings
04 - 12 to 16 slices pepperoni or salami (optional)
05 - 1/4 cup sliced black olives
06 - 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
07 - 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
08 - 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
→ For Brushing
09 - 2 tablespoons butter, melted
# How-To Guide:
01 - Heat the pie iron over a campfire or stovetop for 2 to 3 minutes.
02 - Brush one side of each bread slice with melted butter. Arrange 4 slices, buttered side down, on a clean surface.
03 - Spread 2 tablespoons pizza sauce on each prepared bread slice. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
04 - Layer with preferred toppings and a pinch of dried Italian herbs if desired.
05 - Cover with remaining bread slices, buttered side up. Place each pocket into the preheated pie iron, close and secure. Trim any excess bread.
06 - Cook over medium campfire heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
07 - Carefully open the pie iron, transfer pockets to a plate, allow to cool briefly, then serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You can tailor each pizza pocket with your favorite fillings as if building the ultimate secret sandwich.
- They crisp up perfectly in minutes, turning out golden and melty every single time.
02 -
- If you skip buttering both sides, the bread sticks and cleaning up feels like a campsite chore.
- Letting the pockets cool for a minute before biting in saves your palate from molten cheese mishaps.
03 -
- Preheat and butter well for guaranteed golden pockets every time.
- Mix cheese varieties for next-level melt and flavor depth.