Description
Signature cheesy pepperoni pizza bombs deliver explosive flavor in compact, handheld bites perfect for snacking or party appetizers. Crispy dough pockets packed with melted cheese and zesty pepperoni promise an irresistible culinary experience you won’t be able to resist.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (16 ounces/454 grams) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheese sticks cut into small pieces)
- 24 slices pepperoni (about 3 slices per bomb)
Sauce and Seasoning:
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the workspace by setting the oven temperature to 375F (190C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or applying a light grease coating.
- Divide the biscuit dough into 16 equal portions by carefully separating and halving each biscuit piece.
- Gently flatten each dough section using fingertips, creating a small circular base for filling.
- Create flavor layers by placing a dollop of marinara sauce at the center of each dough circle, then strategically arrange pepperoni slices and sprinkle mozzarella cheese.
- Transform each filled dough piece into a compact bundle by carefully folding and pinching the edges, ensuring a complete seal that prevents cheese from escaping during baking.
- Position the sealed pizza bombs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining equal spacing between each bundle.
- Craft a savory coating by combining melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, then generously brush the mixture over each bomb’s surface.
- Enhance the flavor profile by sprinkling Parmesan cheese across the top of each pizza bomb.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the bombs achieve a golden-brown exterior and the cheese melts internally.
- After removing from the oven, allow the pizza bombs to cool briefly, then optionally garnish with fresh chopped basil or parsley.
- Serve immediately alongside additional marinara or pizza sauce for dipping, creating an interactive and delicious eating experience.
Notes
- Seal bombs meticulously by pinching edges tightly to prevent cheese leakage during baking, ensuring a perfect pocket of melted goodness.
- Experiment with alternative fillings like vegetarian pepperoni, BBQ chicken, or buffalo chicken to accommodate different dietary preferences and taste buds.
- Use pre-shredded mozzarella cheese or cut cheese sticks for consistent melting and easier preparation, saving time in the kitchen.
- Freeze unbaked pizza bombs for quick future meals by placing them on a baking sheet, freezing until solid, then transferring to a freezer bag for convenient storage up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg