Description
These Pepperoni Pizza Bagels are a quick and delicious school lunch option that combines mini bagels with classic pizza flavors. Topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, then baked to perfection, they make a fun and easy meal kids will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Bagels
- 8 mini bagels, halved
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 pack pepperoni slices
Optional Toppings
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pizza bagels.
- Prepare the bagels: Lay the halved mini bagels cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased baking pan.
- Add the sauce: Spread approximately 1 to 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce evenly over each bagel half, covering the surface.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the marinara sauce on each bagel half.
- Arrange pepperoni slices: Place pepperoni slices on top of the cheese, distributing them evenly across all bagels.
- Add optional seasonings: Sprinkle Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes over the top if desired for extra flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then serve warm or pack for school lunch.
Notes
- Mini bagels can be plain or whole wheat depending on preference.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free mini bagels.
- Adjust baking time to avoid over-browning if using a toaster oven.
- Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes are optional but add great flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven or microwave.
Keywords: pepperoni pizza bagels, school lunch recipe, mini pizza bagels, kid-friendly lunch, easy pizza snack