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Loaded Pepperoni Pizza Bombs

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These loaded pepperoni pizza bombs are bite-sized snacks featuring gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and a golden garlic butter crust. Quick to make and perfect for parties, game days, or family dinners, they deliver all the classic pizza flavors in a fun, poppable package.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
  • 1 cup mini pepperoni slices (or regular pepperoni cut into quarters)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 teaspoon jarred garlic)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • All-purpose flour, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave (about 30 seconds). Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning. Set aside.
  3. Lightly dust your work surface with flour. Open the pizza dough and roll or pat it out into a rectangle, about 14×10 inches.
  4. Cut the dough into 12 squares (about 2.5 inches each).
  5. Place about 2 teaspoons pizza sauce, 2 tablespoons mozzarella, and 3-4 mini pepperonis in the center of each square. Optionally, add a sprinkle of Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
  6. Fold each dough square up and over the filling, pinching the edges to seal. Roll gently into a ball and place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Brush the tops with beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and cheese is melty. Check at 14 minutes if your oven runs hot.
  9. Remove from oven and immediately brush with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan and Italian seasoning if desired.
  10. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce or ranch for dipping.

Notes

Don’t overfill the bombs to prevent leaks. Pinch seams tightly to seal. For extra crispy bottoms, bake on a preheated pizza stone. You can assemble ahead and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking. Variations include veggie, BBQ chicken, or breakfast fillings. For gluten-free, use GF pizza dough; for dairy-free, use vegan cheese and olive oil instead of butter.

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