Mini Stuffed Pizza Balls
Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Mini Stuffed Pizza Balls—perfectly portioned bites of pizza heaven! These golden-brown delights feature a homemade dough that's stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese and savory pepperoni, then brushed with a buttery garlic-herb topping and sprinkled with Parmesan for a crave-worthy finish. Ready in just over an hour, these pizza balls are easy to prepare and bake to perfection in under 15 minutes. Serve them warm with your favorite marinara or pizza sauce for dipping—ideal for parties, game nights, or satisfying weeknight cravings. With their pillowy texture, cheesy centers, and bold Italian flavors, these bite-sized treats are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 packet Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Warm water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 20 pieces Pepperoni slices
- 1 cup Pizza or marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian herbs
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.
Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients while mixing until a soft dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 20 even portions.
Flatten each portion of dough into a circle, about 3 inches in diameter.
Place a small amount of shredded mozzarella cheese and a piece of pepperoni in the center of each dough circle.
Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch tightly to seal, forming a smooth ball.
Place the stuffed balls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, melt the butter and stir in garlic powder and dried Italian herbs.
Brush the tops of the pizza balls with the butter mixture and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm with a side of pizza or marinara sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.9 g | 219% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 5269 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.6 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.3 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 83.4 g | 167% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1034 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1378 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
