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Homemade Pizza Bagels

Homemade Pizza Bagels
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Homemade Pizza Bagels are a quick and delicious snack that combines the comforting flavors of pizza with the convenient, crispy base of bagels. Ready in about 15 minutes, this recipe features melty mozzarella, savory pizza sauce, and your favorite toppings, making it a perfect treat for snacks, parties, and family dinners. Easily customizable and kid-approved, these pizza bagels deliver gooey cheese, rich sauce, and a golden crust with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 4 plain or everything bagels, sliced in half horizontally
  • Olive oil or melted butter, for brushing

Pizza Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons pizza sauce (tomato-based)

Cheese and Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 12 pepperoni slices (or vegetarian/alternative toppings)

Optional Herbs and Extras

  • Dried oregano or fresh basil, for garnish
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional for spicy kick)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating your oven to 375°F (190°C) so it’s ready to crisp up those bagels perfectly without overcooking the toppings.
  2. Prepare the Bagel Base: Slice your bagels in half horizontally and lightly brush each half with olive oil or melted butter to add flavor and encourage browning.
  3. Add the Pizza Sauce: Spread a generous tablespoon or two of pizza sauce evenly over the cut side of each bagel half, ensuring a nice tomatoey layer for the cheese to melt on.
  4. Layer the Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add your favorite toppings such as pepperoni or veggies evenly on top.
  5. Bake Until Golden and Bubbling: Place the prepared bagels on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden at the edges.
  6. Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle with dried oregano, fresh basil, or a pinch of crushed red pepper for an extra burst of flavor before serving warm.

Notes

  • Choose freshly shredded mozzarella cheese for a better melt and gooey texture.
  • Don’t overload the bagels with toppings to keep them crispy and avoid sogginess.
  • Use a wire rack over the baking sheet to crisp the bottoms of the bagels.
  • A toaster oven works great for small batches and reheating without drying the bagels.
  • Keep a close eye during baking to prevent burning, especially with delicate toppings.

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