Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.

Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface.

• If using crescent roll dough: separate into triangles.

• If using pizza dough: slice into 8 even rectangles.

Assemble the pockets:

• Spread a spoonful of pizza sauce on each piece of dough.

• Add mozzarella cheese and a few pepperoni slices (plus any optional toppings).

Season:

• Sprinkle a touch of garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the filling.

Fold and seal:

• Fold each piece of dough over the filling to create a pocket.

• Use a fork to press and seal the edges closed.

Brush and top:

• Lightly brush each pocket with olive oil or melted butter.

• Sprinkle a bit of Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor and crunch.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough is golden and the cheese is melted.

Cool and serve:

• Let the pizza pockets cool for a few minutes. Serve with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping, if you like.