Here’s a quick and delicious cheesy puff pastry pizza bites recipe—perfect for snacks or parties 🧀🍕
🥐 Cheesy Puff Pastry Pizza Bites (makes ~12–16)
Ingredients
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
- ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella (or mix of cheeses)
- ½ tsp Italian herbs (oregano, basil)
- Optional toppings: pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, mushrooms
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out puff pastry slightly on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut pastry into squares (~2–3 inches).
- Spread a small spoonful of pizza sauce in the center of each square.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese and add optional toppings.
- Fold corners over the filling or just leave open (mini pizza style).
- Brush tops lightly with beaten egg for golden color.
- Bake 12–15 min until puffed and golden brown.
- Let cool 2–3 min before serving—they’re hot inside!
🔄 Variations
- Spicy: Add chili flakes or jalapeños.
- Vegetarian: Bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, spinach.
- Mini calzone style: Fold pastry over filling and seal edges with fork.
💡 Tips
- Don’t overload with sauce or cheese—it may leak.
- Use parchment paper to avoid sticking.
- Serve with extra marinara for dipping.
If you want, I can give a super fast 5-ingredient version that’s ready in 15 minutes for busy days. Do you want that version?
