Bread Pockets: a quick appetizer ready in less than 15 minutes

It’s a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. The bread pockets are made with simple ingredients and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a savory or sweet filling, bread pockets are versatile and can be enjoyed by everyone. In this recipe, bread pocket appetizers are made with only three ingredients: bread, cream cheese, and smoked salmon. They’re not only easy to make but look so pretty on the plate too. Best of all, this recipe can easily be customized to your liking!

How to Make Bread Pockets

Prepare the bread slices.
Use a rolling pin to flatten the bread slices, then slice diagonally into triangles.

Create the pockets.

Brush the bottom part of the bread with water, then fold the outer corners inward, and press to seal.

Bake the pockets. Transfer the bread pockets to a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 180°C/360°F for 10 minutes.

Fill the pockets.

Fill the pockets with cream cheese and salmon.

Bread Pockets Variations

Don’t feel like cream cheese and smoked salmon? Use any of these delicious fillings instead:

Ham and cheese – fill the bread pockets with a mixture of grated Swiss cheese and mature cheddar cheese, and top with chopped ham.

Philly Cheese Steak –fill the bread pockets with grilled steak slices, sautéed onions and peppers, and grated Swiss cheese.

Chicken Salad – make a chicken salad sandwich filling by combining shredded cooked chicken, celery, apple, fresh dill, and mayonnaise. Decorate with fresh parsley.

Tips

This recipe will work best with fresh, store-bought white bread. It’s soft enough to fold into pockets.

Because there are only three ingredients in this recipe, there’s no place to hide bad quality! Use only the freshest ingredients you can find.

How to Store Bread Pockets

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Can I Make Bread Pockets in the Airfryer?

Bake the bread pockets in the Airfryer at 400°F for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.

Can I Make It Ahead of Time?

These bread pockets are best served immediately while they’re still crispy.

What To Serve with Bread Pockets

The bread pockets can be served on their own as an easy-to-eat appetizer.

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Instructions

Roll out the slices of bread with the rolling pin.

Cut the bread slices in half to obtain the two triangles.

Brush the bottom part of the bread with water.

Create a pocket by folding the outer sides inward.

Press down the bottom to seal the pocket.

Transfer the bread pockets to a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Bake at 180°C/360°F for 10 minutes.

Use a spoon to fill the pockets with cream cheese.

Fold the pieces of salmon and place them on top of the cream cheese.

Serve and enjoy!