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Homemade Pizza Bagel Bites Recipe

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Make delicious and easy Pizza Bagel Bites at home with simple ingredients like mini bagels, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and herbs. This quick snack is perfect for parties or a fun treat, baked to golden perfection with melted, bubbly cheese and flavorful toppings.

Ingredients

Bagel Base

  • 8 mini bagels, split in half

Sauce and Cheese

  • 1 ¼ cup pizza sauce
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Seasoning and Toppings

  • 1 tablespoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 20 pepperoni slices, cut into quarters

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Prepare Bagels: Split the mini bagels in half horizontally and arrange the halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, forming the base for your pizza bites.
  3. Add Sauce: Spoon about a tablespoon of pizza sauce onto each bagel half and spread it evenly to cover the surface, creating a flavorful foundation.
  4. Layer Cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce on each bagel, ensuring good coverage for melty and cheesy bites.
  5. Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, combine the basil and pepper, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese on each bagel half to add aromatic herb and spice.
  6. Add Pepperoni: Cut the pepperoni slices into quarters and distribute the pieces atop each bagel bite for savory meatiness.
  7. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the pizza bagel bites for approximately 16 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly browned. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the pizza bagel bites to cool for a few minutes before serving to prevent burns.

Notes

  • Watch the bagel bites closely during baking as cheese can burn quickly.
  • For a vegetarian option, omit the pepperoni or substitute with vegetable toppings like olives or bell peppers.
  • Mini bagels work best for bite-sized snacks; regular bagels can be used for larger portions.
  • Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or a blend for varied flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven for best results.

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