Pocket Cheese: A Tasty and Convenient Snack Idea!
Enjoy the creamy, savory goodness of Pocket Cheese, a delicious grab-and-go snack filled with melted cheese and wrapped in a golden, crispy shell. Perfect for lunchboxes, road trips, and quick snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 pockets
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) if using pastry pockets.
In a bowl, combine cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture into each tortilla, pita pocket, or pastry square.
Fold and seal the edges securely.
If using pastry dough, brush the tops with beaten egg.
Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy warm or pack for a convenient snack on the go.
Instructions
8 small tortillas, pita pockets, or pastry pockets
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 egg, beaten (for pastry version, optional)
Notes
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) if using pastry pockets.
In a bowl, combine cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Place a spoonful of the cheese mixture into each tortilla, pita pocket, or pastry square.
Fold and seal the edges securely.
If using pastry dough, brush the tops with beaten egg.
Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy warm or pack for a convenient snack on the go.
