Description

These Pepperoni Pizza Bites are adorable, bite-sized snacks perfect for parties or a quick snack. Made with a simple dough combining all-purpose flour and Greek yogurt, these mini pizzas are topped with marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella, and turkey pepperoni, then baked until golden and melty. Crispy on the outside and soft inside, they’re easy to make and delightful for pizza lovers of all ages.

Ingredients

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Dough

1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour (whole wheat or gluten-free mix can be used, 5 oz in weight)
2 teaspoons baking powder (ensure fresh for best rise)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal, or less if using table salt)
1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt (recommended Stonyfield for texture)

Toppings

2/3 cup marinara or pizza sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 ounce turkey pepperoni, chopped
Olive oil spray (for greasing muffin tins)
Crushed red pepper flakes, optional (for serving)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375˚F (190˚C). Spray two 12-cup standard muffin tins thoroughly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and kosher salt to evenly distribute the leavening agent and salt.
Add Yogurt to Form Dough: Add the non-fat Greek yogurt to the dry ingredients and mix with a fork or spatula until the mixture forms small crumbles. The dough will be tacky but not sticky.
Knead the Dough: Lightly flour a clean work surface. Transfer the dough onto it and knead gently for about 15 turns, until the dough is cohesive and slightly tacky but doesn’t stick to your hands.
Divide and Shape Dough Balls: Divide the dough into 16 equal portions, approximately 25 grams each. Roll each portion into a small ball.
Press into Muffin Cups: Press each dough ball into the bottom of the prepared muffin cups, gently pushing the dough up the sides to create a small cup or shell.
Bake First Time: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until the dough firms up and is beginning to set.
Create Wells for Toppings: Remove the tins from the oven and carefully press down the center of each dough cup with your fingers or the back of a spoon to create a well for the toppings.
Add Toppings: Spoon 2 teaspoons of marinara sauce into each well, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon shredded mozzarella cheese, and top with a few pieces of chopped turkey pepperoni.
Bake Again to Melt Cheese: Return the muffin tins to the oven and bake for an additional 3 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Cool and Remove Bites: Allow the pizza bites to cool for 2 minutes. Use a paring knife or offset metal spatula to carefully loosen and remove the bites from the muffin tins. Trim any cheese stuck to the pan edges for clean presentation.
Repeat for Remaining Dough: Spray the muffin tins again with olive oil and repeat the entire process with the remaining dough and toppings until all bites are baked.

Notes

You can substitute whole wheat or a gluten-free flour blend for all-purpose flour as desired for different dietary needs.
Use non-fat Greek yogurt for the best dough texture; regular yogurt can make the dough too sticky.
If you prefer spicier bites, add crushed red pepper flakes either to the topping or serve on the side.
Cool slightly before removing from the muffin pan to prevent breaking or tearing.
These pizza bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 pizza bites
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 20mg