Description
Pepperoni pizza bombs explode with cheesy goodness, delivering classic Italian-American flavors in one irresistible bite. Crispy golden shells packed with melted mozzarella and spicy pepperoni promise an epic snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
- 20 slices pepperoni
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese Topping and Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce and Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Gently press each biscuit dough into a thin, even circle, creating a flat canvas for the filling.
- Layer marinara sauce at the center of each dough circle, ensuring a moderate amount to prevent overfilling.
- Distribute mozzarella cheese evenly over the marinara, creating a smooth cheese base.
- Carefully place two pepperoni slices on top of the cheese, positioning them centrally.
- Carefully fold the dough edges over the filling, creating a secure pocket and pinching the seams tightly to prevent leakage.
- Arrange the sealed pizza bombs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, allowing space between each bomb.
- Melt butter and generously brush the exterior of each pizza bomb for a golden, crispy finish.
- Sprinkle a blend of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese over the buttered surface for enhanced flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color indicating perfect doneness.
Notes
- Seal edges tightly to prevent filling from leaking during baking, ensuring a perfect pizza bomb every time.
- Try alternative fillings like vegetarian options, using diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or plant-based cheese for dietary preferences.
- Use cold ingredients to maintain dough structure and prevent soggy bottoms, creating a crisp and golden exterior.
- Allow pizza bombs to cool slightly before serving to avoid burning your mouth and let flavors meld together perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg