Here’s a fun and delicious recipe for Pepperoni Pizza Bombs—bite-sized, cheesy, pepperoni-filled pockets of pizza goodness! Perfect for a snack, appetizer, or a party treat.
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated pizza dough (or use homemade dough if you prefer)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices (cut into smaller pieces or use mini pepperoni)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet with non-stick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Pizza Dough:
- Unroll the pizza dough onto a clean surface. If using a can of pizza dough, you can roll it out slightly to smooth out the creases. Cut the dough into about 12 equal pieces (if you want smaller bombs, you can cut them into 16 pieces).
- Fill the Dough:
- For each piece of dough, place a small spoonful of mozzarella cheese in the center, followed by a few pieces of pepperoni. Fold the dough around the filling, pinching the edges tightly to seal. Shape it into a ball by gently rolling it between your palms.
- Season and Coat:
- Place the pizza bombs seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush the butter mixture generously over the tops of the pizza bombs.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor and a golden finish.
- Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the pizza bombs are golden brown and the cheese inside has melted.
- Serve:
- Allow the pizza bombs to cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve with marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Tips:
- Customize your filling: You can add other toppings to the pizza bombs, like olives, mushrooms, or bell peppers. Just make sure not to overfill them!
- Make them spicy: Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes to the garlic butter mixture for a little kick.
- Use frozen dough: If you have frozen pizza dough on hand, just let it thaw in the fridge overnight before using it.
These Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are cheesy, savory, and so fun to eat. They’re perfect for pizza lovers and guaranteed to be a hit at any gathering! Enjoy!