This pizza bagel bites recipe is one of my all-time favorites because it’s simple, easy, and tastes like childhood memories! Mini bagels topped with pizza sauce, cheese, and pepperoni make the perfect snack or meal in just minutes, making it one of my go-to weeknight meals.
Remember those yummy little bagel bites your mom would pop into the oven after school? These are even better! Not only are they fresh and toasty, they can also be made in advance and frozen for easy re-heating.
If you miss those iconic bagel bites you had growing up, making this pizza bagel bites recipe will help satisfy that craving! They are a must-try!
Table of Contents:
- Why You’ll Love This Pizza Bagel Bites Recipe
- What You’ll Need for This Recipe
- How to Make This Recipe
- FAQ’s: Storing, Reheating, & Substitutions
- Pizza Bagel Bites Recipe
Why You’ll Love This Pizza Bagel Bites Recipe
- It’s soooo easy – all it takes is some assembly, which can even be a fun activity to do with your kids!
- It’s quick – it takes less than 15 minutes from start to finish, perfect for weeknight meals.
- The kids will love it – let’s be honest, the adults will love it too! Make it for the whole family, and there won’t be any complaints.
Just give it a shot, and you’ll love it! If you love this pizza bagel bites recipe, you may also like my other pizza recipes: pepperoni pizza bagels, pepperoni pizza with hot honey, and homemade pizza sauce recipe.
What You’ll Need to Make This Recipe
Just a few simple ingredients are needed, making it one of the simplest, most affordable meals that everyone will enjoy!
- Mini Bagels: the base of this meal is a small bagel, bite sized!
- Pizza sauce: use your favorite store-bought pizza sauce or make my favorite fresh pizza sauce at home.
- Mozzarella cheese: you can’t have pizza without some mozzarella cheese to top your bagel and sauce.
- Pepperoni: I love to chop pepperoni slices into little pieces to mimic the traditional bagel bites I had as a kid!
- Garnish (optional): I love to top my pizza with Italian seasoning, black pepper, basil, and parmesan cheese.
How to Make Pizza Bagel
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Split the mini bagels in half and add your toppings: start with the pizza sauce, then add mozzarella, pepperoni, and any garnishes.
- Bake for 12 minutes. Let cool slightly, then enjoy!
FAQ’s: Storing, Reheating, and Substitutions
Yes, you can freeze them! Prepare the pizza bagels as directed but skip baking. Arrange the unbaked bagel bites on a baking sheet, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep well for up to 3 months.
For best results, reheat in a 375°F oven for 8–10 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melty. You can also microwave them for about 1–2 minutes, but they won’t be as crispy.
Absolutely! Try diced bell peppers, olives, mushrooms, or cooked sausage. You can also make them vegetarian by using veggie toppings or plant-based pepperoni.
Store baked pizza bagel bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat as desired.
Mini bagels work great, but you can also use sliced baguette or English muffins for a similar effect. Adjust toppings as needed for different sizes.
Pizza Bagel Bites Recipe
Ingredients
- 10 mini bagels halved
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups mozarella cheese
- pepperoni & other desired toppings
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Add your toppings to each mini bagel half: start with the pizza sauce, then add mozzarella, pepperoni, and any garnishes.
- Bake for 12 minutes. Let cool slightly, then enjoy!
Notes
- Bagel Choice: Plain bagels work best, but you can use flavored bagels like garlic or onion for extra flavor.
- Make It Crispy: Toast the bagel halves before adding toppings if you prefer a crispier base.
- Air Fryer Option: Cook at 350°F for 5-7 minutes in the air fryer for a quicker alternative.
- Toppings: Feel free to add any of your favorite pizza toppings, such as olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
Let me know in the comments if you enjoy this pizza bagel bites recipe!
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