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Get Ready to Delight in Homemade Pizza Bites Who doesn't love pizza? Pizza is one of the most popular foods worldwide, and it's not hard to see why. It's delicious, versatile, and easy to make. In this blog post, we'll show you how to make homemade pizza bites that are perfect for parties, game nights, or just when you're craving something savory and satisfying. Table of Contents Ingredients Making the Dough Preparing the Sauce Assembly and Baking Variations Ingredients 1 batch of pizza dough (homemade or store-bought) 1 cup of pizza sauce 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup of your favorite pizza toppings (pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, etc.) 1 tablespoon of olive oil 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Making the Dough If you're making your own pizza dough, follow your favorite recipe or try this one from Peetsah. If you're using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature before using it. Preparing the Sauce You can use store-bought pizza sauce or make your own. For a quick and easy homemade sauce, mix 1 cup of tomato sauce with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Here's a recipe for homemade pizza margherita that includes a delicious sauce recipe. Assembly and Baking Preheat your oven to 425°F. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Using a small cookie cutter or a shot glass, cut out circles of dough. Brush each circle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spoon a small amount of pizza sauce onto each circle and top with shredded mozzarella cheese and your favorite toppings. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot and enjoy! Variations One of the best things about pizza bites is how versatile they are. Here are some ideas for variations: Use a two-ingredient dough made with Greek yogurt and self-rising flour for a healthier option. Add a sprinkle of Italian seasoning to the dough for extra flavor. Make mini deep dish pizzas by pressing the dough into a muffin tin and adding toppings. Make bite-sized calzones by folding the dough over the toppings and sealing the edges. Make cheese and pepperoni pizza bites by topping the dough with sliced pepperoni and extra cheese. Make pizza muffin bites by baking the dough in a muffin tin and adding toppings. Make freezer-friendly pizza bites by assembling the bites and freezing them before baking. Perfect for meal prep or a quick snack. Make kid-friendly pepperoni pizza bites by using mini pepperoni and letting the kids help assemble the bites. Make mini pizza bagel bites by using mini bagels instead of pizza dough. Homemade pizza bites are a fun, delicious, and versatile snack that everyone will love. Whether you're hosting a party or just want a quick and easy snack, pizza bites are the perfect choice. So grab your favorite toppings and get ready to savor the goodness! References: Get Ready to Savor: Homemade Pizza Margherita in Your Own Kitchen From Dough to Deliciousness: Homemade Pizza From Scratch Easy as Pie: How to Make Delicious Homemade Pizza with Video Tutorials Homemade Pizza Bites Recipe | Somewhat Simple Easy Pizza Bites {Two-Ingredient Dough!) - FeelGoodFoodie Pizza Bites - Spend With Pennies Mini Pizza Bites Recipe by Tasty Mini Pizza Bites: You Won’t Be Able to Stop at Just One Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza Bites - Just a Taste Pizza Muffin Bites Recipe - The Perfect Party Appetizer - Make Your Meals Homemade Pizza Bites-- 5 ingredients, under 30 min, freezer-friendly! Pepperoni Pizza Bites (Kid Friendly Recipe) - Skinnytaste Homemade Mini Pizza Bagel Bites (Made with 4 Ingredients)