Golden, cheesy, and bursting with pizza flavor
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are bite-sized pockets of pure joy—soft dough wrapped around melty mozzarella and savory pepperoni, baked until golden and brushed with garlic butter. They’re perfect for parties, game day, after-school snacks, or whenever pizza cravings hit but you want something fun and shareable.
Why Everyone Loves Pizza Bombs
- Explosive cheese pull in every bite
- Quick & easy with store-bought dough
- Customizable fillings for all tastes
- Dippable (marinara, ranch, garlic sauce!)
They disappear fast—make a double batch.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough or biscuit dough
- 20–24 pepperoni slices
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (cubed or shredded)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Optional: grated Parmesan, parsley
- Marinara sauce, for dipping
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Portion the Dough
Cut dough into equal squares (about 2–3 inches each).
3. Fill
Place 1–2 pepperoni slices and a cube (or pinch) of mozzarella in the center of each square.
4. Seal
Pull edges up and pinch tightly to seal, forming a ball. Place seam-side down on the tray.
5. Season
Mix melted butter with garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Brush generously over each bomb. Sprinkle Parmesan if using.
6. Bake
Bake 12–15 minutes, until puffed and golden brown.
7. Serve
Cool for 2 minutes (cheese is hot!). Serve warm with marinara for dipping.
Pro Tips for Perfect Pizza Bombs
- Seal well to prevent cheese leaks
- Use low-moisture mozzarella for best melt
- Space bombs apart so they brown evenly
- Brush butter after baking too, for extra flavor
Easy Variations
- Cheesy Supreme: Add olives, peppers, mushrooms
- Spicy: Use spicy pepperoni + chili flakes
- BBQ Chicken: BBQ sauce, chicken, cheddar
- Breakfast Bombs: Scrambled eggs, bacon, cheese
Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Up to 3 days
- Reheat: Oven or air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 4–6 minutes
- Freezer: Freeze baked bombs; reheat straight from frozen
Final Thoughts
Pepperoni Pizza Bombs are crispy outside, gooey inside, and endlessly fun. They’re the ultimate crowd-pleaser—easy to make, impossible to resist 🍕✨