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Crispy Mini Pepperoni Pizza Bagels

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A quick and easy homemade snack recipe featuring crispy mini bagels topped with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and pepperoni. Perfect for satisfying cravings with a crunchy, cheesy bite.

Ingredients

  • Mini bagels (plain or everything)
  • Tomato sauce (about 1 tablespoon per bagel half)
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (about 2 tablespoons per bagel half)
  • Pepperoni slices (4-6 slices per bagel half)
  • Olive oil (for brushing)
  • Dried oregano (a pinch)
  • Garlic powder (optional, a pinch)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the mini bagels in half horizontally and lay them cut side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Brush each bagel half lightly with olive oil.
  4. Spread about 1 tablespoon of tomato sauce evenly over each bagel half.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella generously on top, about 2 tablespoons per bagel half.
  6. Add 4-6 pepperoni slices per bagel half.
  7. Lightly sprinkle dried oregano and a pinch of garlic powder over the top. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, watching after 8 minutes for melted, bubbly cheese with golden edges.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes to set the cheese.
  10. Serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh shredded mozzarella for better melting and browning. Brush olive oil lightly to achieve a crispy crust without sogginess. If cheese isn’t browning enough, broil for the last 1-2 minutes but watch closely. Toast bagels lightly before topping if they are very soft. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving to keep texture.

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