Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bites
These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bites are a delightful twist on classic pizza, perfect as a quick appetizer or snack for gatherings. With a fluffy interior and crispy exterior, each bite is packed with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory turkey pepperoni. Ready in under 30 minutes, they are a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults. Serve them with warm pizza sauce for dipping and watch them disappear in no time!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
3/4 cup (all-purpose flour)
baking powder
3/4 teaspoon (baking powder)
dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon (dried oregano)
1% low-fat milk
3/4 cup (milk)
egg
1 (lightly beaten)
mozzarella cheese
4 ounces (shredded (about 1 cup))
turkey pepperoni
4 ounces (diced (about 1 cup))
pizza sauce
1/2 cup (homemade or store-bought)
fresh basil
2 tablespoons (finely diced)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan.
2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and dried oregano until well combined.
3
Gradually add the 1% low-fat milk and the lightly beaten egg to the dry ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
4
Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese and diced turkey pepperoni until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
5
Allow the batter to rest for about 10 minutes to encourage puffing during baking.
6
After resting, stir the batter gently and then divide it evenly among the greased mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and puffed.
8
While the bites are baking, warm the pizza sauce in a small saucepan and stir in 1 tablespoon of finely diced fresh basil.
9
Once baked, remove the pizza bites from the oven and let them cool slightly.
10
Sprinkle the remaining tablespoon of basil over the tops of the pizza puffs for added flavor and garnish.
11
Serve the warm pizza puffs alongside the warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bites?
They are a delightful twist on classic pizza, perfect as a quick appetizer or snack for gatherings, featuring a fluffy interior and crispy exterior.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit or 190 degrees Celsius.
What type of pan should be used for this recipe?
A 24-cup mini muffin pan is used for this recipe, and it should be lightly greased.
Which dry ingredients are whisked together first?
The flour, baking powder, and dried oregano are whisked together in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
What type of milk is required?
The recipe calls for 3/4 cup of 1% low-fat milk.
How many eggs are needed?
The recipe requires one lightly beaten egg.
What kind of cheese is included in the batter?
The recipe uses 4 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese, which is approximately 1 cup.
What type of pepperoni is used in these bites?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of diced turkey pepperoni.
How long should the batter rest before baking?
The batter should rest for about 10 minutes to encourage puffing during the baking process.
How full should the mini muffin cups be?
Fill each mini muffin cup about 3/4 of the way full with the batter.
What is the baking time for the pizza bites?
The pizza bites should bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
How do you know when the pizza bites are finished baking?
They are done when the tops are golden brown and puffed.
What dipping sauce is suggested for this recipe?
Serve the warm pizza puffs alongside warm pizza sauce for dipping.
How do you prepare the pizza sauce garnish?
While the bites are baking, warm the pizza sauce in a small saucepan and stir in 1 tablespoon of finely diced fresh basil.
What is sprinkled on top of the pizza bites after baking?
The remaining tablespoon of finely diced fresh basil is sprinkled over the tops for added flavor and garnish.
Is this recipe considered a quick snack?
Yes, these bites are ready in under 30 minutes and are a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults.
What are the primary tags associated with this recipe?
The primary tags include snack, appetizer, pizza, party food, quick recipes, and finger food.
Can I use store-bought pizza sauce?
Yes, you can use either homemade or store-bought pizza sauce for this recipe.
How much flour is used in the recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of all-purpose flour.
How much baking powder is required?
The recipe requires 3/4 teaspoon of baking powder.
How much dried oregano is added to the mixture?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano.
Is the egg added directly or beaten first?
The egg should be lightly beaten before being added to the wet ingredients.
What is the texture of the pizza bite interior?
Each bite is packed with gooey mozzarella cheese and has a fluffy interior.
How much fresh basil is needed in total?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of finely diced fresh basil.
What should I do after removing the bites from the oven?
Let them cool slightly before adding the final garnish and serving.
What is the description of this recipe?
A delightful twist on classic pizza, perfect as an appetizer, with mozzarella and turkey pepperoni.
Is a special pan needed?
A standard 24-cup mini muffin pan is required.
How should the batter be stirred after resting?
After resting for 10 minutes, stir the batter gently before dividing it into the muffin cups.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
The recipe uses a 24-cup mini muffin pan, typically yielding 24 individual pizza bites.
Are these good for parties?
Yes, they are designed as finger food and a crowd-pleaser for gatherings and parties.