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Delicious Pizza Poppers for Ultimate Party Snacking Fun Recipe

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  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Description

These Delicious Pizza Poppers are the perfect bite-sized snack for any party or casual gathering. Made with rolled pizza dough filled with savory pizza sauce, melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, pepperoni, and aromatic herbs, these poppers combine all your favorite pizza flavors in a fun, handheld form. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, they’re ideal for sharing and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Pizza Dough

  • 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Dough (or homemade dough)

Filling

  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
  • 0.5 cup Pepperoni, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (or fresh minced garlic)

Topping

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the pizza dough package, typically to 375°F (190°C) to 400°F (204°C), ensuring it’s hot enough for baking the poppers to golden perfection.
  2. Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and roll the refrigerated pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4 inch thick, making sure it’s even for uniform cooking.
  3. Spread Sauce: Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the rolled dough, leaving about a half-inch border along the edges to prevent sauce from spilling out during rolling.
  4. Add Cheeses and Toppings: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce, then add sliced pepperoni. Sprinkle dried oregano and garlic powder evenly on top to add flavor.
  5. Add Optional Toppings: If desired, add other toppings such as sliced bell peppers or cooked sausage to customize your pizza poppers.
  6. Roll Dough into Log: Starting from one of the long sides, tightly roll the dough into a log shape, pressing gently to seal the edges and keep the filling inside.
  7. Slice the Log: Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled dough log into 1-inch thick pieces to create individual poppers.
  8. Prepare Baking Sheet: Arrange the pizza poppers on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased to prevent sticking, spacing them slightly apart.
  9. Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the tops of the pizza poppers with olive oil. This helps them brown nicely and adds a subtle rich flavor.
  10. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the poppers are golden brown and the cheese inside is melted and bubbly.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove the poppers from the oven and let them cool slightly for a few minutes before serving to avoid burns and help the filling set.

Notes

  • You can substitute pepperoni with other cured meats or keep it vegetarian by adding more veggies like olives or mushrooms.
  • Make sure to seal the dough roll tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • Serve with extra pizza sauce or marinara on the side for dipping.
  • These poppers can be reheated in the oven or air fryer for a quick snack later.

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