Description
- Quick & Easy Pizza Bagel Bites are the ultimate snack or appetizer for pizza lovers. Made with mini bagels, topped with tangy marinara sauce, melted cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, these bite-sized treats are perfect for kids and adults alike. Whether you’re hosting a party, watching a movie, or just need a quick dinner, these pizza bagel bites are a fun and delicious option. They’re super easy to make, customizable, and always a hit!
Ingredients
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6 mini bagels (or regular-sized bagels, halved)
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1/2 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices (or other toppings of choice like diced bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.)
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1/2 tsp dried oregano
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1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat. -
Prepare the bagels:
Slice the mini bagels in half. If you’re using regular-sized bagels, slice them in half to create 12 pizza halves. -
Assemble the bagel bites:
Place the bagel halves on the prepared baking sheet, cut side up. Spread a tablespoon of marinara sauce on each bagel half. -
Add cheese and toppings:
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add your choice of toppings (mini pepperoni, veggies, etc.) and sprinkle with dried oregano and garlic powder for extra flavor. -
Bake:
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the bagels are lightly toasted. -
Serve:
Once baked, remove the bagel bites from the oven and let them cool for a minute or two. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
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Make-Ahead Tip: You can assemble these pizza bagel bites ahead of time, refrigerate them, and bake them when you’re ready to serve.
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Topping Variations: Customize with your favorite pizza toppings! Try adding sliced mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, or cooked sausage for a different flavor.
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Dipping Sauces: Serve with extra marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or garlic butter for dipping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza bagel bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg