Description

These Stuffed Crust Pizza Bites combine soft pizza dough, gooey melted cheese, savory pepperoni, and a buttery Parmesan herb topping into a fun, bite-sized snack. They’re perfect for parties, game days, or family gatherings and pair wonderfully with warm pizza sauce.

Ingredients

8 string cheese sticks, cut into thirds

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

1 can refrigerated pizza dough

24 slices pepperoni

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 cup pizza sauce, for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into 24 equal squares.
Place one piece of string cheese in the center of each dough square.
Wrap the dough around the cheese and pinch the seams tightly to seal completely.
Arrange the dough balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Top each dough ball with one slice of pepperoni.
In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder.
Brush the butter mixture generously over each pizza bite.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

Substitute pepperoni with cooked sausage olives, mushrooms, or bell peppers if desired.

Add a small pinch of shredded mozzarella or cheddar with the string cheese for an extra cheesy center.

For a spicy version, add crushed red pepper flakes to the butter mixture or top with sliced jalapeños.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven or air fryer for 5 to 8 minutes to restore crispness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Bake
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pizza bite
Calories: 110 kcal
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 280 mg
Fat: 6 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 9 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg