Description
These delicious Pizza Poppers make the ultimate party snack, combining classic pizza flavors in a fun, bite-sized roll. Using refrigerated pizza dough filled with tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and a dash of herbs and garlic, these poppers bake to golden perfection, perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Dough (Can be swapped for homemade varieties)
Filling
- 1 cup Pizza Sauce (Store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (Shredded)
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese (Grated)
- 0.5 cup Pepperoni (Sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Or fresh minced garlic as a substitute)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (For brushing on top)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven according to the pizza dough package instructions to ensure proper baking temperature.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick to get a good base for the filling.
- Add Sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sauce overflow during baking.
- Add Fillings: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce, then evenly distribute the sliced pepperoni, oregano, and garlic powder for a classic flavor profile.
- Optional Toppings: Optionally, add extra toppings such as sliced bell peppers or cooked sausage for additional flavor and texture.
- Roll Dough: Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log shape, making sure to keep the filling inside.
- Slice Roll: Cut the rolled dough into 1-inch thick pieces to create individual poppers.
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Place the slices cut side up on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Lightly brush the tops of each popper with olive oil to encourage browning and crispness during baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the poppers are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pizza poppers cool slightly to allow the cheese to set, then serve warm for best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh minced garlic for garlic powder for a more intense flavor.
- Try adding different toppings like mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage to customize your poppers.
- Ensure the dough is rolled tightly to prevent fillings from spilling out during baking.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- These poppers make great appetizers for parties or snacks for kids and adults alike.
