Description
These Mozzarella Popper Pizza Bites are a delightful fusion of mozzarella sticks and pizza, packed into bite-sized perfection. Crispy on the outside and gooey on the inside, they are the perfect snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Mozzarella cheese
- Jalapeños
- Cream cheese
- Italian seasoning
- Pizza sauce
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out your pizza dough on a floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness. Cut it into squares, roughly 3 inches by 3 inches.
- In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, diced jalapeños, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough square. Fold the corners over the filling to create a pocket, pinching the edges to seal completely.
- Place the pizza bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops with olive oil for a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bites are golden brown and puffed up.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Feel free to add other ingredients like pepperoni, olives, or chopped bell peppers to the filling for a unique twist. You can prepare the filling and dough ahead of time and assemble when ready to serve.