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These quick and easy homemade vegan pizza pockets are so much better than anything you’d find in the frozen food section!

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Vegan Pizza Pockets

I am SO excited to share my new Vegan Pizza Pockets recipe with all of you today! This idea has been swirling around in my head ever since I made my pastelitos this past winter. (Yes, recipes swirl around in my head….always!) So today is the day!!! Bonus: sweet David was my sous chef on these, and I’ve got a video for you! He is too cute—I know I’m biased, but oh my goodness—you’re going to love him! Somedays I wonder if I should just hand him the reigns to the blog….this kid! Be sure to catch him in the video at the 46 second mark when he goes level 100 vegan and eats cold Daiya cheese. Whoa.

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Better than the ones in the freezer section!

Back to the Vegan Pizza Pockets! When I was in college I regularly ate entire boxes of those frozen little pizza bites. They were so terrible, yet so delicious. Especially at 1am. I’ve kept my eyes open for a vegan version, but I’ve never come across them at any of my local stores. Do they even exist?

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Snack Time!

Well, no worries! Vegan Pizza Pockets could not be simpler to make—they come together with 4 store bought ingredients plus a little aquafaba(you know, the famous bean juice leftover from a can of beans). I mean, does it get any easier than that? Nope! Plus you can control the ingredients. Puff pastry + pizza sauce + vegan cheese + vegan pepperoni = pizza pocket happiness!

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More Snack Food you will Love!

  • Kid Friendly Guacamole
  • Vegan Queso Dip
  • Vegan Instant Pot BBQ Meatballs
  • My Favorite Hummus

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Pie Crimper!

Because everyone always asks— “where did you get that little pie cutter tool?”The little pie crimper gadget used in the video can be purchased here!

Family Approved!

These were such a huge hit with my family! I served them up for dinner with a salad and honestly—we could have all eaten about twice what we had. The boys inhaled them—such a great little snack to serve them after school! And of course, they’re really easy to make with your kids too! Set up a filling bar and allow them to customize their pizza pockets—olives, cheese, veggie sausage or pepperoni! They’ll love them! Leave a note in the comments below and let me know how they go!

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Vegan Pizza Pockets

These quick and easy homemade vegan pizza pockets are so much better than anything you'd find in the frozen food section!

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time25 minutes mins

Total Time40 minutes mins

Course: Snack

Cuisine: vegan

Servings: 12 pizza pockets

Author: Sarah De la Cruz

Ingredients

  • 1 package frozen puff pastry thawed in fridge overnight*
  • 1 jar pizza sauce
  • 1 package vegan cheese
  • 3 Tablespoons aquafaba liquid reserved from a can of beans

Optional fillings:

  • vegan pepperoni
  • vegan sausage
  • olives
  • veggies

Instructions

  • Allow puff pastry to thaw (you can move it from your freezer to refrigerator to allow it to thaw overnight).

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • On a clean floured surface roll out one sheet of puff pastry slightly.

  • Cut the puff pastry into 12 rounds using a cookie cutter (optionally you can cut it into squares)

  • Place each round onto prepared baking sheet.

  • Top each piece of puff pastry with a small dollop of pizza sauce—about 1 - 2 teaspoons.

  • Top with cheese, and fillings. Add 1/2 teaspoon more of pizza sauce on top of the fillings.

  • Repeat steps 3 and 4 with the second sheet of puff pastry.

  • Using a pastry brush, brush the edges of the puff pastry rounds that have the filling on them with a bit of aquafaba, one at a time.

  • Carefully stretch each piece of reserved puff pastry a tiny bit and place on top of the topped/filled pieces on the tray.

  • Crimp the edges, either using the tool shown in the video or with a fork. Be sure to go all the way around to prevent the filling from oozing out.Top each one with a new round of puff pastry. Crimp the edges closed using a fork.

  • Repeat with all 12 pizza pockets.

  • Make a small slit in the top of each pizza pocket with a sharp knife to allow the steam to escape during baking.

  • Brush the tops of all pizza pockets with more aquafaba.

  • Bake in a 400° oven for 20 - 25 minutes (probably closer to 25 minutes, but check early just in case!), or until the tops are golden brown and crisp.

  • Allow to cool and serve!

Notes

*Many are accidentally vegan—read labels! I like Aussie Bakery Puff Pastry found at Whole Foods and other natural food stores. Pepperidge Farm brand is also accidentally vegan.

The little pie crimper gadget used in the video can be purchased here!

For more photos on how to assemble, please refer to my Pastelitos de Guyaba post.

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What is in plant based pepperoni pizza pizza? ›

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Does pizza pizza have lactose free cheese? ›

Pizza Pizza has the Biggest Dairy-Free & Vegan Menus Around. Updated February 2024! A few years ago, Pizza Pizza teamed up with a popular vegan company to launch dairy-free cheese at all of their locations. But they didn't stop there.

Is plant-based pizza healthier? ›

In most cases, vegan pizza is healthier. If you think about it, this really isn't surprising — it's made of plants, after all. A plant-based pizza is totally free of animal products like meat and dairy, both of which tend to have a lot of saturated fat and “bad” cholesterol, according to Healthline.

What's the difference between vegetarian pizza and vegan pizza? ›

Here's our guide to how to enjoy pizza while changing your diet. Now if you're a vegetarian, you can still enjoy cheese on your pie. A classic cheese is always a crowd pleaser for those just eliminating meat from their diet. Vegans, however, do not consume dairy products of any kind, meaning no dairy cheese.

Does Domino's do a vegan pizza? ›

Here in the US, there are no vegan-by-default pizza options at Domino's. You can, however, build your own vegan pizza, from the crust to the toppings—just no dairy-free cheese. There is a sliver of hope, though. In 2020, Domino's CEO divulged that an internal team was testing out plant-based sausage crumbles.

Do lactose intolerant people eat pizza? ›

Cheese is a quintessential ingredient in most pizzas, adding a creamy texture and delightful flavor. However, for those with lactose intolerance, cheese can be a major dietary foe. Traditional mozzarella cheese, a staple on most pizzas, is high in lactose, making it a potential source of digestive discomfort.

What is plant-based pepperoni made of? ›

Green Origin™ Plant-based Pepperoni looks, tastes and performs like traditional pepperoni but is made entirely from plants – in particular, pea protein, fava bean protein, wheat gluten and spices, and seasonings that give it a forward, fennel, pepperoni flavor.

Is plant-based pepperoni good for you? ›

In addition to being relatively easy to make, these pepperoni are considerably healthier than their animal-based counterpart. They're very low in fat – less than 1 gram fat per pepperoni – and relatively high in protein – about 1 gram protein per pepperoni!

What is Donatos plant-based pepperoni made of? ›

The savory topping has 50 percent less sodium, fat, and saturated fat compared to traditional pepperoni, made from a mixture of pea, potato, and fava bean proteins with the same amount of protein as traditional pepperoni.

Is plant-based pepperoni the same as regular? ›

Unlike real pepperoni, vegan pepperoni contains no cholesterol or trans fat. This vegan alternative is excellent for those trying to reduce their meat intake and long for a better taste. Vegan pepperoni has its own set of advantages, and it's much healthier. Alongside the nutrition, it also tastes fantastic!

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