Pizza Bagels
Enjoy a delicious and easy-to-make Pizza Bagels recipe that combines the fun of bagels with the flavor of pizza. Perfect for a quick snack, party appetizer, or a tasty lunch, these pizza bagels will satisfy everyone's cravings. Top with your favorite pizza toppings for a personalized twist!
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Oven
- 1 Butter knife
- 1 Spoon
Ingredients
- 4 bagels - split in half
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce - or marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - for topping
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni - optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil - for brushing
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning - optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Slice each bagel in half and place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce on each bagel half using a spoon.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce on each bagel.
- Add pepperoni slices on top of the cheese, if desired.
- Brush the outer edges of the bagels with olive oil and sprinkle Italian seasoning on top, if using.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a minute, and enjoy your Pizza Bagels!
Notes
Variations: Use whole wheat bagels for a healthier option, or mini bagels for bite-sized snacks.
Tip: If you don't have pizza sauce, marinara sauce works just as well!
Helpful Notes: For extra flavor, sprinkle some Italian seasoning or crushed red pepper over the cheese before baking.