Description
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are bite-sized, cheesy, and flavorful snacks made by wrapping mini pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasonings inside fluffy biscuit dough. These quick and easy-to-make pizza-inspired bombs are perfect for parties, game days, or a fun appetizer that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Bombs
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 oz can, 8 count)
- 0.75 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (about 1.5 tablespoons per bomb)
- 0.5 cup mini pepperoni slices
Topping
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare the Biscuit Dough: Open the refrigerated biscuit dough and separate each biscuit. Flatten each biscuit into a roughly 3 to 4-inch circle using your hands or a rolling pin to create a base for the filling.
- Fill the Dough: Place approximately 1.5 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese and a few mini pepperoni slices in the center of each flattened biscuit dough circle. Be careful not to overfill to ensure sealing is easy.
- Seal the Bombs: Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch them together tightly to seal completely, forming a ball. Ensure there are no gaps to prevent leakage during baking.
- Arrange for Baking: Place each sealed dough ball seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each ball to allow for expansion.
- Prepare Butter Topping: In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning until combined.
- Bake the Pizza Bombs: Brush the butter mixture generously over each dough ball. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pizza bombs are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let the pizza bombs cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm for melty cheese and a delicious flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes to the butter topping.
- You can substitute pepperoni with any cured meat or omit for a vegetarian version, adding veggies instead.
- To make cleanup easier, line the baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Serve with marinara or your favorite pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven for best texture.
Keywords: pizza bombs, pepperoni pizza bites, party snacks, pizza appetizers, easy pizza recipe