Mini Pizza Bites

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Mini Pizza Bites are fun, bite-sized treats that pack all the cheesy, saucy goodness of traditional pizza into a handheld snack. Perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or casual appetizers, these easy-to-make bites are endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings. Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, they’re a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

ingredients

this Recipe

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

pizza dough or crescent doughpizza sauceshredded mozzarella cheeseminced garlic (optional)olive oilmini pepperoni or chopped toppings (like bell peppers, olives, mushrooms)dried oregano or Italian seasoningflour (for dusting)grated Parmesan (optional)

directions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the dough.

Cut the dough into small squares or circles to fit each muffin cup.

Press each piece of dough into the muffin cups to form a base.

Add a small spoonful of pizza sauce into each dough cup.

Top with shredded mozzarella and your favorite toppings.

Sprinkle with dried oregano or Italian seasoning.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Let cool slightly before removing from the tin.

Serve warm, optionally sprinkled with grated Parmesan.

Servings and timing

Makes about 24 mini bites.Preparation time: 15 minutesBaking time: 12–15 minutesTotal time: 30 minutes

Variations

Use biscuit dough for a fluffier base.

Add cooked sausage, bacon bits, or pineapple for different flavor combos.

Stuff cheese inside the dough for a melty surprise.

Make vegetarian with just veggies and herbs.

storage/reheating

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5–7 minutes or microwave briefly.Can be frozen after baking; reheat directly from frozen until hot.

FAQs

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, bake and reheat just before serving for best results.

What’s the best dough to use?

Pizza dough gives a classic texture, but crescent or biscuit dough works well too.

Can I use a regular muffin tin?

Yes, but baking time may increase slightly and portions will be larger.

Do they work for kids’ lunches?

Absolutely—just cool and pack in a lunchbox.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes, with a gluten-free dough of your choice.

Conclusion

Mini Pizza Bites are a quick, fun way to enjoy all the flavors of pizza in a portable, poppable form. Great for entertaining, snacking, or family-friendly meals, these little bites are endlessly adaptable and seriously addictive.

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