How to Make the Perfect Mini Pizza Bagels
American · Easy · 13 min · 4 servings
Mini pizza bagels are the ultimate crowd-pleasing kid friendly recipe that turns an everyday ingredient into something kids get excited about. They take less than 15 minutes to make and are perfectly sized for little lunchboxes.
Why this recipe works
This Mini Pizza Bagels recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 13 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 265 calories with 13g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 whole mini bagels halved
- 0.5 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16 slices mini pepperoni
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prep the Bagels
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F and place the bagel halves cut side up on a parchment lined baking sheet. Lightly toast them in the oven for 3 minutes to prevent sogginess.
Step 2: Add Toppings
Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce onto each bagel half then sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella. Top each with 2 pepperoni slices and a dusting of garlic powder.
Step 3: Bake Until Melted
Bake for 6 to 8 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and starting to bubble at the edges and the bagel edges are golden and crispy.
Step 4: Cool and Pack
Allow the mini pizza bagels to cool completely on a wire rack before packing into lunchboxes to prevent condensation from making them soggy.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- mini bagels → English muffins for a softer bread base
- pepperoni → diced bell peppers and olives for a veggie pizza version
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Skipping the pre-toast step which causes the bagels to become soggy under the sauce
- Adding too much sauce which makes the bagels wet and difficult to pack cleanly
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 265 calories, 13g protein, 30g carbs, 9g fat, 1g fiber.
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