Crispy Pepperoni Mini Bagel Pizzas
These Crispy Pepperoni Mini Bagel Pizzas are the ultimate quick, cheesy snack. Toasted bagels topped with rich marinara, melty mozzarella, and sizzling pepperoni create the perfect bite-sized pizza experience. Finished with fresh basil, they’re ideal for easy appetizer recipes, weeknight kid-friendly meals, and quick comfort food ideas that readers love searching for. These mini pizzas come together fast and deliver big flavor every time.
Yield: 6 mini pizzas
Temp: 400°F (200°C)
Time: 10–12 minutes
Key Ingredients First:
- Mini bagels
- Mozzarella cheese
- Marinara sauce
Ingredients
- 3 mini bagels, split
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella
- 18–24 slices pepperoni
- Fresh basil, sliced
- Olive oil (optional)
- Pinch of dried oregano or chili flakes
Instructions
- Prep the Bagels
Place the split mini bagels on a baking tray. Brush lightly with olive oil for an extra crispy base — a trick loved in oven-baked snack recipes. - Add the Sauce
Spread a spoonful of marinara on each bagel half. - Add the Cheese & Pepperoni
Top generously with mozzarella, then layer on pepperoni slices. - Bake
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden at the edges. - Finish With Basil
Add fresh basil strips on top and a pinch of oregano or chili flakes.
Serving Ideas
- Serve with garlic dip, ranch, or spicy marinara.
- Perfect for parties, game days, or after-school snacks.
- Swap pepperoni for mushrooms, olives, or jalapeños for variety.
Readers searching for quick pizza recipes, easy air fryer snacks, and family-friendly comfort meals will love this simple and delicious idea.
Tips
- For extra crispiness, toast bagels before topping.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier melt.
- Air fryer option: 375°F (190°C) for 6–7 minutes.