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Craving pizza? Try these Easy Pizza Bagel Bites. To start, use bagels as your base, and pile on pizza sauce, delicious mozzarella, along with toppings such as pancetta and pepperoni. The greatest thing regarding this recipe is its convenience; tweak the toppings to your liking, and you can freeze for future consumption. Expect a crispy, chewy sensation from the bagel which is more fulfilling compared to regular pizza dough. Perfect for snacks, quick meals, kid-friendly bites or casual get-togethers; ready within 25 minutes!
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Updated on Sun, 09 Feb 2025 10:07:26 GMT
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Transform plain bagels into delicious personal pizzas with this classic recipe. These homemade pizza bagels feature a golden-crisp crust, perfectly melted cheese, and customizable toppings. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, they make an ideal choice for casual meals and entertaining.

The key to exceptional pizza bagels lies in proper toasting technique and balanced topping portions.

Key Components

  • Bagels: Fresh plain or everything bagels
  • Sauce: High-quality pizza sauce (½ cup)
  • Cheese: Shredded mozzarella (8 ounces)
  • Toppings: Mini pepperoni slices
  • Herbs: Italian seasoning blend
  • Garnish: Fresh basil leaves

Preparation Method

1. Initial Setup:
Slice bagels, toast cut sides under broiler until golden (1-2 minutes). Allow brief cooling. Set oven to 400°F.
2. Sauce Layer:
Apply 1 tablespoon sauce per half, maintaining border. Add Italian seasoning.
3. Adding Toppings:
Top with 2 tablespoons mozzarella. Add selected toppings moderately. For mini pepperoni, use 5-6 per half.
4. Baking:
Transfer to lined baking sheet. Cook 10-12 minutes until cheese bubbles with golden spots.
5. Finishing:
Rest 2-3 minutes before serving. Add fresh basil if desired.
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Storage Instructions

Cool completely before storing. Refrigerate in sealed container up to 3 days. For freezing, arrange unbaked bagels on sheet, freeze solid (2 hours), then transfer to freezer bags. Keeps 3 months frozen. Add extra 2-3 minutes when baking from frozen.

Serving Suggestions

  • Mixed green salad
  • Extra marinara sauce
  • Fresh garlic bread
  • Classic Caesar
  • Fresh vegetable platter
  • Herb-seasoned ranch

Flavor Variations

  • BBQ: Pulled chicken, barbecue sauce, onions
  • Greek-Style: Kalamata olives, feta, spinach
  • Spicy Buffalo: Hot sauce, shredded chicken, blue cheese
  • Classic Margherita: Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil
  • Deluxe: Mixed vegetables, Italian sausage, olives
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With proper technique and quality ingredients, these pizza bagels deliver restaurant-worthy results. Perfect for casual dining or entertaining, they combine convenience with homemade quality. Focus on proper preparation for consistent results.

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Recipe Notes

Success depends on proper ingredient ratios and cooking technique. Pre-toasting prevents sogginess, while measured toppings ensure thorough cooking. Each preparation offers opportunity for technique refinement.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What bagels are best?
Plain or everything bagels rock, but use any bagel you enjoy!
→ Can I add different stuff on top?
Yep, put any pizza toppings you want like meats, veggies or just plain cheese!
→ How do I keep from getting soggy bagels?
Just ensure bagels are sliced and toasted and don’t put too much sauce.
→ Can these be made ahead?
Yep, put them together and freeze them for a month. Bake straight from the freezer, when ready to eat.
→ How do I reheat what’s left over?
Reheat at 350°F till cheese is melty. Don't microwave; they won't be crispy!

Simple Pizza Bagels

Quick pizza bagels with yummy toppings such as sauce and cheese and any extra ingredients you love, great as a snack or meal.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
15 Minutes
Total Time
25 Minutes
By: Fati


Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 8 Servings (8 tasty pizza bagels)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main Ingredients

01 4 plain bagels cut in half for toasting
02 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza or pasta sauce
03 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Toppings

04 12 pepperoni slices diced into small pieces
05 2 oz crispy cooked pancetta bits
06 A sprinkle of dried oregano
07 Fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 01

Get your oven nice and hot at 400°F. Move the rack near the top. Put some parchment on a baking sheet. Keep it handy.

Step 02

Cut those bagels in half. Put about a spoon of sauce on each bagel half. Add a good handful of cheese. Put some pepperoni and pancetta on top. Shake on some oregano and pepper. Add extra cheese if you want. Put them on your lined baking sheet. Do this for all the bagels.

Step 03

Pop them in the hot oven for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese gets all melty and bubbly.

Notes

  1. Want to save them for later? Put the topped bagels in the freezer on parchment paper for an hour or two until they get firm
  2. Keep your frozen pizza bagels in a sealed freezer bag and they will last a month
  3. To cook from frozen just bake at 350°F until the cheese gets melty

Tools You'll Need

  • One baking sheet
  • Parchment paper for lining
  • Sharp knife for cutting

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Watch out if you cant have dairy
  • Not good for gluten allergies

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 32 g
  • Protein: 14 g