Description
Pepperoni pizza bombs explode with cheesy goodness, delivering irresistible Italian-inspired flavors in one perfect bite. Crispy golden dough surrounds melted mozzarella and zesty pepperoni, promising a delightful snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 ounces/453 grams) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheese sticks cut into small pieces)
- 24 slices pepperoni (about 3 slices per bomb)
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 375F (190C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or applying a light grease coating.
- Carefully separate the biscuits and slice each into two equal halves, creating 16 uniform dough pieces.
- Gently press each dough piece to create a slightly flattened surface, ensuring enough space for filling.
- Position a modest dollop of marinara sauce at the center of each dough piece, then layer with 2-3 pepperoni slices and a compact portion of mozzarella cheese.
- Delicately wrap the dough edges around the filling, meticulously pinching and sealing to create a secure, compact ball without any potential cheese leakage points.
- Arrange the sealed pizza bombs with their seam facing downward on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining even spacing.
- Craft a flavor-enhancing mixture by combining melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, then generously brush this over each pizza bomb’s surface.
- Sprinkle a light dusting of Parmesan cheese across the tops to intensify the savory profile.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the bombs achieve a golden-brown exterior and internal cheese becomes thoroughly melted.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and allow a brief cooling period to prevent potential burns.
- Optional: Garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley for an aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately alongside additional marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is completely sealed to prevent cheese leakage during baking, using pinching techniques to close any potential gaps.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like cheddar or provolone for unique flavor variations that still provide a gooey, melted interior.
- Make these pizza bombs gluten-free by substituting regular biscuits with gluten-free biscuit dough or using cauliflower-based alternatives for a low-carb version.
- Prepare the pizza bombs ahead of time by assembling and refrigerating them before baking, perfect for meal prep or last-minute gatherings with minimal day-of preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg