Description
This homemade pizza bagels recipe is a quick and delicious twist on traditional pizza. Using plain bagels as the base, topped with savory pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and mini pepperoni, these bagels are easy to prepare and perfect for a snack or meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Bagel Base
- 4 full-sized plain bagels, halved
Toppings
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (store-bought)
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 ounces mini pepperoni
- Dried basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the pizza bagels evenly.
- Prepare the bagels: Slice the bagels in half horizontally and place them cut side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased pan.
- Spread the sauce: Evenly spread about 1 to 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce onto each bagel half, covering the surface but leaving a small edge around the sides.
- Add cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce on each bagel half.
- Top with pepperoni: Place mini pepperoni slices evenly on top of the cheese-covered bagels for a classic pizza flavor.
- Bake the bagels: Place the baking tray in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly and the bagels are slightly crispy around the edges.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle dried basil on top for added flavor and aroma, then allow the pizza bagels to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute mini pepperoni with other toppings such as sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms for variety.
- For a crispier base, toast the bagels lightly before adding toppings.
- Use low-fat mozzarella cheese to reduce calories.
- These pizza bagels are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven.
Keywords: pizza bagels, homemade pizza, easy snack, quick meal, bagel pizzas, pizza appetizer