Description
Pizza Bagels are a delicious and fun twist on traditional pizza. These mini pizzas feature crispy bagels topped with pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for a quick meal, snack, or party appetizer, pizza bagels are ready in just 15 minutes and are fully customizable to suit any taste.
Ingredients
- 4 bagels, halved
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (or other toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, olives)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Olive oil or butter (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the halved bagels on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread pizza sauce generously on each bagel half.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
- Add your desired toppings like pepperoni or veggies.
- Sprinkle oregano and garlic powder over the toppings for added flavor.
- Brush the bagel edges with olive oil or butter for extra crispiness.
- Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For variations, try adding different cheeses or meats, or opt for a vegetarian or spicy version.
- To store leftovers, wrap pizza bagels and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for the best results.
- Prep Time: 5min
- Cook Time: 15min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian