Slam Dunk Basketball Pizza Bites (Print Version)

Cheesy, bite-sized basketball-shaped pizza snacks ideal for game day or gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough

→ Filling

02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 24 slices pepperoni (optional, omit for vegetarian)
04 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce

→ Topping

05 - 1 large egg, beaten
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - Black food coloring or black olives for drawing basketball lines

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
03 - Cut out 24 circles using a 2-inch round cutter.
04 - Place a spoonful of pizza sauce, a sprinkle of mozzarella, and a slice of pepperoni (if using) onto the center of each dough circle.
05 - Fold the edges up and pinch to seal, forming a ball. Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush each ball with beaten egg. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and oregano.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
08 - Allow to cool slightly. Using a fine brush dipped in black food coloring or thin black olive strips, draw basketball lines onto each bite.
09 - Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • One-pot meal
  • Freezer-friendly
02 -
  • For a vegetarian version omit the pepperoni or use vegetarian pepperoni.
  • You can use mini mozzarella balls (bocconcini) for extra cheesiness.
03 -
  • Use high-quality pizza dough for best results
  • Make sure to seal edges properly to prevent leaks
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