Description
Deliciously Cheesy Christmas Pizza Bites for Festive Snacking
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Dough
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cup Mini Pepperoni or Chopped Salami
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Melted Butter
- 1/4 cup Chopped Basil
- 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper
- 1/2 cup Olives or Bell Peppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out refrigerated pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into 2×2 inch squares.
- Place shredded mozzarella and chosen toppings in the center of each square.
- Pinch the corners of each square together to seal tightly.
- Shape sealed balls into festive shapes like Christmas trees or wreaths.
- Brush the tops lightly with a beaten egg for a golden glaze.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown and cheese bubbles at the seams.
- Brush with melted butter after baking and sprinkle with seasonings and Parmesan before serving warm.
Notes
- Use fresh pizza dough for the best taste.
- Feel free to customize toppings to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg