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Stuffed Crust Pizza Bites

Stuffed Crust Pizza Bites

  • Author: Andy
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 18 mins
  • Total Time: 33 mins
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Cheesy bite-sized pizza snacks with a gooey stuffed crust, perfect for parties, game nights, or a fun family dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 12 mozzarella cheese sticks, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce (plus extra for dipping)
  • 1/2 cup mini pepperoni (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Divide pizza dough into 12 equal pieces and flatten each piece into a small circle.
  3. Place a piece of mozzarella cheese stick in the center of each dough circle, fold the dough over, and pinch to seal completely.
  4. Arrange the stuffed dough balls on the baking sheet, seam side down.
  5. Brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and puffed.
  7. Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

  • Fill with cooked sausage or veggies for variation.
  • Use crescent roll dough for a softer crust alternative.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in the oven for 5 minutes for best results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: pizza bites, stuffed crust pizza, cheesy pizza snacks, appetizer, party food