Description
These Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are the perfect combination of gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and flavorful garlic and herbs. A fun and delicious appetizer or snack, these pizza bombs are dipped in marinara sauce for extra cheesy goodness. Easy to make with biscuit dough, they’re a crowd-pleaser at any party or game night!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or cheese sticks cut into small pieces)
- 24 slices pepperoni (about 3 slices per bomb)
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce (plus more for dipping)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- Separate the biscuit dough into 8 individual biscuits. Flatten each biscuit slightly to form a small round.
- Place 3 slices of pepperoni in the center of each biscuit, followed by a tablespoon of shredded mozzarella cheese (or a few small pieces of cheese stick).
- Fold the edges of the biscuit dough around the filling to form a ball, pinching the edges to seal. Place the seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush this mixture over the tops of the pizza bombs.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pizza bombs for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the pizza bombs are golden brown and the cheese is melted inside.
- Serve with marinara sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh chopped basil or parsley, if desired.
Notes
- Dough: You can use any refrigerated biscuit dough, but make sure it is the kind that can be separated into individual biscuits.
- Cheese Variations: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, provolone, or even a combination for a more robust flavor.
- Spice it up: Add a few red pepper flakes to the filling or brush some spicy marinara sauce on top before baking for a kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American