Mini Pepperoni Pizza Bagels (Printable)

Crispy mini bagels topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni for an easy snack or lunch.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bagels

01 - 6 mini bagels, sliced in half

→ Sauce & Toppings

02 - 120 ml pizza sauce
03 - 113 g shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 36 to 48 mini pepperoni slices
05 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped

# How-To:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place mini bagel halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Spread approximately 2 teaspoons of pizza sauce evenly on each bagel half.
04 - Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each sauced bagel half.
05 - Place 3 to 4 mini pepperoni slices on each bagel half.
06 - Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes over the bagels, if using.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and bagels are crisp.
08 - Remove from oven, let cool for 2 to 3 minutes, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in under 25 minutes, making them perfect for unexpected guests or weeknight snacks.
  • Kids love building and decorating their own, turning snack time into a fun kitchen moment.
  • The crispy-chewy texture and satisfying cheese pull feel indulgent without the fuss of making pizza from scratch.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on the parchment paper or your bagel bottoms will burn while the cheese is still melting—I learned this the hard way with a blackened batch.
  • If you're making these ahead for a party, assemble them completely but don't bake until just before serving; they stay fresher and taste noticeably better.
03 -
  • Keep a batch in your freezer at all times—they're the secret weapon for unexpected guests or when energy for cooking is low.
  • Toast your bagels lightly before assembling if they feel soft; this gives them structure and prevents the bottoms from becoming chewy rather than crispy.
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