Best 6 Italian Pepperoni Bites Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with our delectable Italian Pepperoni Bites. These bite-sized delights are a harmonious blend of savory pepperoni, gooey melted cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb coating. Perfect for parties, game days, or a quick and easy meal, these pepperoni bites will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your preferences. From the classic Italian Pepperoni Bites, made with a simple blend of pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and bread crumbs, to the more adventurous Jalapeño Popper Pepperoni Bites, which pack a spicy kick with the addition of jalapeños. For those who prefer a cheesy indulgence, the Cheesy Garlic Pepperoni Bites are loaded with a combination of mozzarella, Parmesan, and Asiago cheeses, while the Pizza Pepperoni Bites bring the flavors of your favorite pizza together in a bite-sized form.

Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create these delicious appetizers. With tips on choosing the best pepperoni and bread crumbs, as well as suggestions for dipping sauces and side dishes, these recipes are designed to help you achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary adventure to create these irresistible Italian Pepperoni Bites. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, these recipes will guide you every step of the way to create a dish that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEPPERONI PIZZA BITES WITH HOMEMADE MARINARA SAUCE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h25m

Yield 24 pizza bites

Number Of Ingredients 17

Extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
2 tablespoons minced garlic (about 2 large cloves)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
All-purpose flour, for dusting
6 ounces sliced pepperoni
2 1/2 to 3 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella (about 12 ounces)
Marinara Sauce, for serving, recipe follows
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup finely diced yellow onion (about 1/2 small onion)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons minced garlic (about 2 large cloves)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch crushed red pepper
One 26-ounce box chopped tomatoes, such as Pomi

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease the foil with olive oil. Remove the pizza dough from the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • In a small bowl combine the garlic, Parmesan, parsley and 1/4 cup olive oil. Set aside.
  • Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out the pizza dough into a 12-by-14-inch rectangle. Arrange the dough with the 14-inch side parallel to you. With a ruler, mark every 4 inches along the 12-inch side. Cut the dough straight across at the marks to make three 4-inch-wide strips. Brush top of the strips with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Shingle the pepperoni slices over the dough strips. Sprinkle 3/4 to 1 cup of the mozzarella in a line down the center of each strip.
  • Roll up each dough strip into a long log, as you would for cinnamon rolls. It is easiest to begin by folding the bottom of the dough up over the cheese; if there is any cheese sticking out, stuff it back into the roll. Continue rolling the dough over itself until it forms a log with dough on the outside and all of the pepperoni and mozzarella on the inside. Pinch the seams together, then pinch the sides together. Lightly brush the logs all over with olive oil and transfer them, seam-side down, to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until golden brown, 12 minutes. Brush the tops of the logs generously with the garlic mixture and return to the oven for another 3 minutes, until the garlic is very fragrant but not yet browned. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the pepperoni rolls to a cutting board and slice into 1 1/2-inch pieces. Serve immediately with marinara sauce.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a medium saucepot. Add the onions and salt and saute until softened, 2 minutes. Add the garlic and cook an additional 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the tomato paste, oregano and crushed red pepper; cook 30 seconds to toast the tomato paste and spices. Stir in the chopped tomatoes. Bring the sauce to a boil, reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring often. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning with salt to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve, or cool completely and refrigerate in an airtight container.

PEPPERONI BISCUIT BITES



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I'm single and I love finding recipes that are both inexpensive and fast to fix. These little pizza-flavored pockets call for on-hand ingredients and bake in just 10 minutes in the toaster oven.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons tomato sauce
3/4 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tube (6 ounces) refrigerated flaky buttermilk biscuits
10 slices pepperoni
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, oil and seasonings. Cut each biscuit in half. Place 1 pepperoni slice on each half; fold dough over pepperoni and pinch edges to seal. Dip in tomato mixture. , Place in a shallow baking pan coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake in a toaster oven at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 1123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 12g protein.

ITALIAN PEPPERONI BITES



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These are wonderful little appetizers. If you don't have the mini muffin pan, just use the regular size and don't cut the biscuits in half. I also use homemade pesto. From the Hormel site.

Provided by Chef Petunia

Categories     Breads

Time 30m

Yield 12-24 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 ounces pepperoni, chopped
4 ounces swiss cheese, shredded
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons pesto sauce
2 (10 ounce) packages ready-to-bake refrigerated buttermilk flaky biscuits

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In bowl, combine pepperoni, cheese, mayo and pesto. Cut each biscuit in half. Place biscuit halves into greased miniature muffin cups, pressing gently to fit cups. Spoon 1 tablespoon of filling into each cup. Bake 20-25 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.8, Fat 13.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 21.1, Sodium 576.6, Carbohydrate 26.6, Sugar 1.1, Protein 7.4

PEPPERONI BITES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pouch dry cheddar cheese soup mix
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 cup shortening, melted and cooled
3/4 cup finely chopped pepperoni
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup finely chopped green pepper
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Combine soup mix, flour, and baking powder. Stir in the rest of the ingredients. Drop on greased cookie sheet by teaspoonfuls. Bake for approximately 12 minutes.

PEPPERONI PIZZA BITES



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Make and share this Pepperoni Pizza Bites recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatJodiGirl

Categories     Breads

Time 22m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup pepperoni (chopped)
1/2 cup pizza sauce
2 packages refrigerated biscuits
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • For filling; combine cheeses (1/2 of the parmesan), pepperoni and sauce, set aside.
  • Separate the biscuits.
  • Flatten to 3" circles.
  • Place one rounded tablespoon of filling in the center of each biscuit.
  • bring edges of dough together, pinch edges of dough to seal.
  • Place, seam side down on greased baking sheet, brush with milk.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake in a 350° preheated oven for 12- 15 minutes or until golden brown.

OLIVE, PEPPERONI & MOZZARELLA BITES



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Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 can of medium whole black olives
1 package of pepperoni
1 pound block of Mozzarella cheese
Pizza Sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Slice Mozzarella cheese into 1/2" x 1/2" cubes. Drain olives from liquid. Using a toothpick, skewer an olive and push 1/3 way up the toothpick. Fold a piece of pepperoni into half or quarters and skewer next. Finally skewer mozzarella. Do not push toothpick all the way through mozzarella, only half way through as you do not want guests poking themselves in the mouth with the toothpick. If making ahead of time, arrange on tray and cover with saran wrap so that it does not dry out. When serving, serve plain or with a drizzle of pizza sauce on platter.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality pepperoni for the best flavor. Look for pepperoni that is made with whole muscle pork and has a good amount of fat.
  • If you don't have pizza dough, you can use refrigerated crescent roll dough or puff pastry dough.
  • Be careful not to overstuff the pepperoni bites, or they will be difficult to close and may burst open while baking.
  • Bake the pepperoni bites until they are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve the pepperoni bites warm with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing.

Conclusion:

Italian pepperoni bites are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that is always a crowd-pleaser. They are perfect for parties, game days, or any other occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make delicious and satisfying pepperoni bites that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a tasty and convenient snack, give Italian pepperoni bites a try!

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