Description
Pepperoni Pizza Bites are a perfect bite-sized snack featuring pizza dough stuffed with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese, seasoned with Italian herbs, and baked to golden perfection. These savory treats are easy to make and ideal for parties, appetizers, or a fun snack served with marinara sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Bites
- 1 cup pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 15 slices pepperoni
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Olive oil, for brushing (optional)
Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and prevent sticking.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it is about ¼ inch thick. Then cut the dough into 3-inch squares using a knife or pizza cutter.
- Fill and Seal: Place one slice of pepperoni and a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese in the center of each dough square. Fold the corners of the square over the filling and pinch them tightly to seal the dough completely so the filling does not leak during baking.
- Season and Brush: Sprinkle Italian seasoning evenly over the sealed dough pieces. If desired, lightly brush the tops with olive oil to help browning and add flavor.
- Bake: Arrange the prepared pizza bites on the lined baking sheet and bake them in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pizza bites cool slightly. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping to enhance the flavors.
Notes
- Use fresh or store-bought pizza dough depending on your preference and time availability.
- Make sure to seal the dough edges well to prevent the cheese and pepperoni from oozing out while baking.
- You can customize the filling by adding mushrooms, olives, or your favorite pizza toppings.
- Serve these bites warm for the best taste and texture.
- Leftover pizza bites can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven.
