Crispy Mini Pizza Bagel Bites Easy Freezer Friendly Snack Recipe
These crispy mini pizza bagel bites are a quick, easy, and freezer-friendly snack featuring toasted mini bagels topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella, and optional pepperoni. Perfect for a satisfying handheld treat with a golden, bubbly cheese crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- Mini bagels (about 3 inches each), preferably plain or everything bagels
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) marinara sauce
- 1 cup (100 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- About 20 small pepperoni slices (optional, turkey pepperoni recommended)
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley leaves, finely chopped (optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Slice the mini bagels in half horizontally and lay them cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each half lightly with olive oil.
- Toast the bagels in the oven for about 5 minutes to dry out the surface and get them crispy.
- Remove the bagels from the oven. Spoon about 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of marinara sauce onto each bagel half, spreading evenly but not too thick.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce, about 1 tablespoon (10 grams) per bagel. Add 2–3 pepperoni slices on top if using.
- Sprinkle a pinch of dried oregano or Italian seasoning on each bite.
- Optionally, add grated Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes for extra flavor and heat.
- Bake the bagel bites at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges are golden brown. Watch closely after 8 minutes to avoid burning.
- Let the bites cool for a few minutes before serving. For freezing, cool completely, freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag.
Notes
Pre-toast the bagels to prevent sogginess. Use fresh shredded mozzarella for best melting. Freeze bites flat on a tray before bagging to avoid sticking. Reheat frozen bites in the oven at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway. Broil for last 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness but watch carefully to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza bagel b
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
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