Description
A lightning-fast, kid-approved weeknight snack or light dinner that comes together in just 10 minutes. These mini pizza bagels stay crispy and customizable, offering a better alternative to takeout.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package mini bagels (about 12–16 count), halved
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil (optional, for brushing)
- ½ cup pizza sauce (thick consistency preferred)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1.5 cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
- 1 package pepperoni slices (mini or regular, halved)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat toaster oven or regular oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice bagels in half horizontally and lay them cut-side up on a baking sheet. Lightly brush cut sides with melted butter or olive oil if desired.
- Toast bagels for 3-4 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove from oven.
- Mix dried oregano into the pizza sauce. Spread about 1 tablespoon of sauce onto each toasted bagel half, leaving a small rim.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce, then top with pepperoni slices.
- Return baking sheet to the oven and bake for 5-6 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 1-2 minutes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Toast the bagels first to create a barrier against soggy sauce. Shred your own mozzarella for better melting. Use a convection setting if available for extra crispiness. Do not overload with toppings to ensure even baking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mini bagels per se
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
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