Save Cheesy, bite-sized pizza snacks shaped like basketballs—perfect for game day or parties!
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Ingredients
- Dough: 1 pound (450 g) refrigerated pizza dough
- Filling: 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 24 slices pepperoni (optional omit for vegetarian), 1/2 cup (120 ml) pizza sauce, plus more for dipping
- Topping: 1 large egg beaten, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, Black food coloring or black olives for basketball lines
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch (0.5 cm) thickness.
- Step 3:
- Using a 2-inch (5 cm) round cutter, cut out 24 circles from the dough.
- Step 4:
- Place a small spoonful of pizza sauce, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a slice of pepperoni (if using) onto the center of each dough circle.
- Step 5:
- Fold the edges up and pinch to seal, forming a ball Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 6:
- Brush each ball with beaten egg Sprinkle with Parmesan and oregano.
- Step 7:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Step 8:
- Let cool slightly Using a fine brush dipped in black food coloring or a thin strip of black olive, draw basketball lines onto each bite.
- Step 9:
- Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Save These pizza bites always bring my family together during game nights, creating fun and laughter with every bite.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Rolling pin, Round cookie cutter (2-inch/5 cm), Pastry brush, Small brush or food-safe marker
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and egg Pepperoni may contain additional allergens check labels Always verify store-bought ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 80, Total Fat 3.5 g, Carbohydrates 9 g, Protein 3 g
Save Enjoy these fun and tasty basketball pizza bites fresh out of the oven With simple ingredients and easy steps they are sure to be a hit.
Recipe FAQs
- → What dough is best for these pizza bites?
Refrigerated pizza dough works well as it’s easy to handle and provides a soft, chewy texture once baked.
- → Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the pepperoni or substitute it with a vegetarian alternative without affecting the flavor.
- → How do I create the basketball lines on the bites?
Use black food coloring with a fine brush or thin strips of black olive to draw the characteristic basketball lines after baking.
- → What’s the best way to serve these pizza bites?
Serve them warm with extra pizza sauce or ranch dressing for dipping, enhancing their cheesy, savory taste.
- → How long does it take to prepare these bites?
About 35 minutes total: 20 minutes preparation and 15 minutes of baking time.