Santa Belt Mini Pizza Bites (Print Version)

Festive mini pizzas with gooey cheese, pepperoni, and olive details, ideal for parties and kid-friendly snacks.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dough

01 - 1 lb refrigerated pizza dough

→ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce

→ Toppings

03 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 24 slices pepperoni or vegetarian pepperoni
05 - 12 small black olives, pitted and sliced

→ Garnish

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. Using a 2-inch round cookie cutter, cut 24 circles and place on the baking sheet.
03 - Lightly brush each dough circle with olive oil to enhance browning.
04 - Spread 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce evenly onto each dough circle.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over each sauced dough circle.
06 - Place one slice of pepperoni horizontally across the center of each mini pizza to mimic Santa’s belt.
07 - Place a slice of black olive on top of each pepperoni strip to represent the belt buckle.
08 - Lightly sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over each mini pizza if desired.
09 - Bake in preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until cheese is melted and dough is golden.
10 - Allow mini pizzas to cool for 2 minutes before serving.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Festive and fun presentation perfect for holiday parties.
  • Quick and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients.
  • Customizable with vegetarian options and garnish ideas.
  • Kid-friendly mini bites that everyone will enjoy.
02 -
  • Use refrigerated pizza dough for easier handling and consistent results.
  • Parchment paper prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
  • Cut pepperoni slices carefully to fit perfectly and create a clean "belt" effect.
  • Check pepperoni and cheese labels for allergens if serving to sensitive guests.
  • Let mini pizzas cool slightly to avoid burns and allow cheese to set.
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