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pepperoni pizza bombs recipe
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 16–18 pizza bombs 1x
- Diet: General
Description
Our easy pepperoni pizza bombs recipe is the smart, tasty solution for delicious, homemade comfort food without the fuss, perfect for a quick and satisfying snack or meal. These cheesy, savory bombs balance nutrition, speed, and cost-effectiveness for a weekly winner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb store-bought pizza dough, at room temperature
- 5 oz beef pepperoni, finely diced
- 7 oz low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.33 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Calabrian chili flakes (or red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or oregano, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Sheet Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Infuse the Olive Oil: In a small saucepan, combine 0.33 cup olive oil, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and Calabrian chili flakes. Heat gently over low heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and spices have bloomed. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Prepare Dough Squares: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle, about 0.125 inch thick. Cut the dough into approximately 16-18 squares, each about 3 inches in size.
- Create the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the diced beef pepperoni, shredded mozzarella cheese, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the cooled infused oil over the filling mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Assemble the Pizza Bombs: Place about 1 tablespoon of the pepperoni and cheese filling in the center of each dough square. Bring the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching them firmly together to seal completely, forming a tight ball. (A tiny dab of water on the edges can help create a strong seal if needed).
- Arrange and Brush: Arrange the sealed pizza bombs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each for even baking. Brush the tops and sides of each bomb generously with the remaining infused oil.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the pizza bombs are golden brown, puffed, and the cheese is visibly melted and bubbly inside. (Optionally, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end for extra crispness).
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle generously with any remaining infused oil and scatter freshly chopped parsley or oregano over the top.
Notes
For best results, ensure dough is at room temperature and avoid overfilling; pinch seams firmly to prevent cheese from oozing. Save time by using pre-shredded cheese and ready-made dough. Consider making a larger batch of infused oil for other uses throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 17 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza bomb
- Calories: 200 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 13 mg