Delicious Cheesy Pizza Bombs (Printer-Friendly)
Flaky dough wrapped around gooey cheese and pepperoni, topped with herbs, baked to a golden, irresistible finish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits, about 16 oz total)
→ Filling
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8 teaspoons pizza sauce
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8 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese
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24 mini pepperoni slices, or 8 regular slices chopped
→ Topping
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
→ Finishing
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All-purpose flour for dusting, as needed
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Dust your surface lightly with flour. Flatten each biscuit with fingers into a 4-inch round, keeping the center slightly thicker for support.
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Place 1 teaspoon pizza sauce, 1 tablespoon mozzarella, and 3 mini pepperoni slices in the center of each dough circle.
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Gather the edges over the filling and pinch thoroughly to seal. Gently twist and roll into a smooth ball, placing seam-side down on the baking sheet.
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Brush each ball with melted butter. Sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
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Bake for 12–16 minutes or until biscuits are puffed and deep golden brown. Rotate the sheet halfway through for even browning.
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Arrange pizza bombs on a platter and serve immediately, with extra pizza sauce for dipping if desired.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Ensure the dough is sealed well to prevent cheese leakage during baking. Avoid overfilling to maintain structural integrity and ideal texture.
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These bites are most flavorful when served hot from the oven. Par-bake or assemble up to one day in advance, refrigerating until ready to finish.
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Alternate fillings such as diced vegetables or ham may be substituted for pepperoni. Adjust quantities to avoid overstuffing.