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Easy Mini Bagel Pizza Bites with Pepperoni

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These quick and easy mini bagel pizza bites are perfect for after-school snacks, game day appetizers, or lazy dinners. With a crispy bagel base, melty cheese, and pepperoni, they come together in under 15 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 6–8 mini bagels, split in half
  • ½ cup pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 24–32 slices pepperoni
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
  2. Split the mini bagels in half. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Toast the bagels lightly: bake for 3-4 minutes, just until they start to turn golden.
  4. Remove the bagels from the oven and let them cool for about a minute. Leave the oven on.
  5. Spread about 1-2 teaspoons of pizza sauce on each bagel half, leaving a tiny border around the edge.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce, about 1-2 tablespoons per bagel half.
  7. Place 2-3 pepperoni slices on each bagel half, pressing down gently.
  8. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and garlic powder if desired.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the pepperoni edges start to crisp.
  10. Let the pizza bites rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before serving.
  11. Serve immediately, sprinkled with red pepper flakes if desired.

Notes

Pre-toasting the bagels prevents sogginess. Use room temperature cheese for even melting. Do not overload toppings to avoid collapse. For air fryer: cook at 375°F for 5-7 minutes without pre-toasting.

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