Description
Pepperoni pizza bombs deliver explosive flavor in one irresistible bite. Crispy golden shells packed with melted cheese and zesty pepperoni guarantee a crowd-pleasing snack you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (8 ounces) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 24 pepperoni slices
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Cheese and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Sauce and Topping:
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F (190°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or applying a light grease coating.
- Gently separate each biscuit round and transform into a flattened disc using light pressure.
- Center each dough circle with pepperoni slices and a compact mound of mozzarella cheese, ensuring even distribution.
- Gather the dough’s edges and carefully encase the filling, pressing firmly to create a complete seal without exposing ingredients.
- Tenderly shape each bundle into a uniform sphere, rotating between palms to smooth out any visible seams or potential openings.
- Position pizza bombs seam-side downward on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight separation between each.
- Enhance the exterior by generously brushing with melted butter and sprinkling a blend of garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the surface achieves a rich golden-brown complexion and develops a puffy texture.
- Remove from oven and allow brief cooling before garnishing with freshly chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately alongside warm marinara sauce for a delightful dipping experience.
Notes
- Customize the pepperoni content by using turkey pepperoni for a leaner option or vegetarian pepperoni for meat-free diets.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like cheddar or provolone to add unique flavor profiles to your pizza bombs.
- Prevent dough from tearing by keeping your fingers slightly damp when sealing the edges, ensuring a perfect pocket of cheesy goodness.
- Store leftover pizza bombs in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for crispy exterior and melty interior.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 490 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg