Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are bite-sized, cheesy pizza pockets filled with gooey mozzarella and pepperoni, baked to golden perfection and served with marinara dipping sauce. Perfect as a snack or party appetizer, they combine the flavors of classic pepperoni pizza in a fun, portable form.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough and Filling
- 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
- 30–40 slices pepperoni
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella cheese with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, mixing well to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Ensure your baking sheet is greased or lined with parchment paper to keep the pizza bombs from sticking during baking.
- Form Dough Squares and Fill: Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough and cut it into 16 equal squares. Place pepperoni slices and a spoonful of the cheese mixture onto each square. Fold each square into a sealed ball, making sure the edges are pinched tightly to prevent leaks.
- Arrange and Season: Place the sealed dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and a pinch of Italian seasoning for flavor and a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake the pizza bombs in the preheated oven for 15–18 minutes until they turn golden brown and puff up, indicating they are fully cooked.
- Final Touch and Serve: Remove from oven, brush again with melted butter for extra richness and shine, and serve warm with the marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Ensure the dough squares are sealed tightly to prevent the cheese from leaking out during baking.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Brush with melted butter twice to add flavor and help achieve a golden crust.
- Serve immediately for best taste, as the cheese is melty and the crust is crispest when fresh from the oven.
