**Pepperoni Bites: A Flavorful Appetizer Sensation**
Indulge your taste buds with the tantalizing goodness of pepperoni bites, the perfect appetizer or party snack to elevate any occasion. These delectable treats combine the irresistible flavors of pepperoni, cheese, and a crispy crust, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. With three irresistible variations – classic pepperoni bites, cheesy pepperoni bites, and jalapeño pepperoni bites – this article offers a culinary adventure that caters to every palate. Prepare to embark on a journey of culinary delight as we delve into the secrets of creating these addictive pepperoni bites that are guaranteed to be the star of any gathering.
PEPPERONI PIZZA BITES WITH HOMEMADE MARINARA SAUCE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories appetizer
Time 1h25m
Yield 24 pizza bites
Number Of Ingredients 17
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
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
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.
PEPPERONI PIZZA BITES
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
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.
ITALIAN PEPPERONI BITES
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
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
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 CHEESE BITES
Categories Pork Bake Cocktail Party Super Bowl Thanksgiving Christmas Eve
Yield 40 pepperoni bites
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix ingredients. Divide each biscuit into 2 layers. Place 1 biscuit layer in mini muffin tin. Put filling on top of biscuit layer. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.
Tips:
- For the best results, use a sharp knife to cut the pepperoni into even slices.
- If you don't have a pizza cutter, you can use a sharp knife to cut the pizza dough into wedges.
- To make sure the pepperoni bites are cooked evenly, flip them halfway through the baking time.
- Serve the pepperoni bites immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Pepperoni bites are a quick and easy appetizer or snack that are perfect for parties or game day. They're also a great way to use up leftover pizza dough. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make delicious pepperoni bites that everyone will love.
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