When the craving for pizza hits but you don’t want to commit to a whole pie, pepperoni pizza snacks are the perfect solution. These bite-sized creations deliver all the cheesy, saucy, pepperoni-packed goodness of a traditional pizza in a more fun and shareable form.
Ideal for parties, game nights, after-school snacks, or late-night munchies, pepperoni pizza snacks are incredibly versatile. You can find them in all kinds of forms, from crispy pizza rolls and mini calzones to puff pastry pinwheels and biscuit bombs oozing with mozzarella. What they all have in common is that irresistible combination of melted cheese, zesty tomato sauce, and that classic cured pepperoni flavor.
One of the best parts of pepperoni pizza snacks is how easy they are to make. You can go homemade with store-bought dough and your favorite toppings, or grab frozen versions that bake up golden and gooey in minutes. If you’re hosting a gathering, set out a tray with a side of warm marinara or ranch for dipping and you’ve got an instant crowd-pleaser.
They also make a great addition to kids’ lunchboxes or a quick snack before dinner. You can even put a healthier spin on them by using whole wheat dough or adding chopped veggies for a little extra nutrition.
Pepperoni pizza snacks are more than just a bite. They’re a mini celebration of everything people love about pizza, packed into a small, satisfying, and totally crave-worthy treat. Whether you’re indulging solo or sharing with friends, they hit the spot every single time.
For healthier version of pizza, you can try keto pizza recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 package refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup pepperoni chopped
- 1 tbsp parmesan cheese grated
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Unroll the pizza dough onto a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese, chopped pepperoni, grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes (if desired) over the sauce.
- Starting from one edge, roll the dough tightly into a log.
- Using a sharp knife, slice the log into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick slices.
- Place the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pizza snacks are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Enjoy!
Pretty tasty, but I think they needed more spice. Maybe next time I’ll add jalapeños.
Not bad, but I don’t get why you need crushed red peppers. Seems extra. Just stick to the basics.
These are a hit at my family gatherings! Super easy to make and taste delicious! ❤️
But wait, isn’t it kinda just like making pizza? What’s so special about it? 🤔
I’m glad to hear that! They are so easy to whip up, right? Perfect for parties! 🎉
I don’t eat pepperoni. Can I use veggies instead? What do you think?
I dunno, this seems too simple. I expected more flavor.
just like those frozen ones but homemade! Deffo making again!
Are these even real pizza? I thought we were making pizza rolls, not whatever this is.
Yum! I added some bell peppers and it was delicious. Perfect for game night!
Loved it! I added some jalapeños and it was spicy and good. Perfect for movie night!
Real easy. Just rolled up dough, put in oven. You can eat with hands. 👍
This recipe looks delicious and super easy! Can’t wait to try it with my kids. Thanks for sharing! 😊
These turned out amazing! My kids devoured them!
Why would you bake it for 15 mins? I did 10 and they burned! Next time, I’ll watch more closely.
easy and quick to make! Perfect for game night 🏈
Looks easy, but won’t it taste just like any other pizza? 🤔
Sounds delish! 🎉 Can’t wait to try this for our next game night!
Pizza is pizza is pizza, yummy yum!
tried it but it was kinda boring. pizza dough is just dough right? maybe next time mix it up with somethin else
I had a hard time rolling the dough. It kept sticking to my counter. Ugh!
LOL if I had known these were that simple, I would have made them way sooner! Perfect for movie nights!
Right? It’s so easy, I did the same thing! These are way better than store-bought ones!
Yum! Pizza snacks rock! Best snack ever!!
Totally agree! These pizza snacks are the best! Can’t wait to try this recipe! 😍
Pizza snacks? More like pizza traps! They’re too fattening for me but good luck, I guess.
Recipe seems too basic. Can I use bagels instead of dough? Asking for a friend.
These are so yummy! My kids devoured them in no time. Will make again for sure!
Waste of pizza dough, baked it like an hour and still raw. Not making again!
These pizza snacks are a hit! My kids loved them, and they were super easy to make. Will definitely make again!
I’m so glad to hear that! These are a favorite in my house too. 🥳
Sounds easy, but I wonder if they’ll really taste good. Anyone tried them with different toppings?
Wow, just wow! Made these last night and they didn’t last long! My kids devoured them.
Easy and quick snack! But the dough didn’t roll up as nicely as the pic. Still, tasted great!
So easy, yet so tasty! I added jalapeños for a kick, highly recommend!
I made them without the red pepper flakes and they still turned out great! Super easy!
I don’t think these look as good as they sound. Almost too simple? Did anyone try adding other toppings?
These are soooo good! I made them for my kids and they ate them all in minutes!
Yum! I added some jalapeños for a kick. Will definitely make again!
Adding jalapeños sounds awesome! I’m gonna try that next time. Thanks for the tip!
Looks good, but where’s the nutritional info? I need to know if I can eat this on my diet.
I totally agree! It’d be nice to know the calories before I make it. I don’t wanna ruin my diet. 🤔
Nutritional info? Just eat less and enjoy life! Who cares about calories, this sounds so yum!
I added some olives and mushrooms, and it was delicious! 😋
I burnt mine, now they taste bad. 😔 Maybe the temp is too high? I’ll try again.
Yuck, the cheese got all greasy and the dough was raw in the middle. Not trying again!
These were a hit at my party! Everyone loved them!
This recipe is rubbish. It didn’t taste like pizza at all. Waste of time.
I thought the flavors were off. It turned out a bit soggy for me, maybe I used too much sauce?
I think maybe less sauce would help! I always use just a thin layer for a crispier base. 😋
Soggy? That sounds weird. I love these pizza snacks! Maybe try baking longer or let them cool more? 🤔
Real easy to make, but I think I used too much sauce. Next time, less sauce, right?
Yeah, less sauce sounds good! I like it when it’s not too soggy. Enjoyed the recipe otherwise!
Pretty easy to make, but I think there was too much cheese. Can it be less?
I think you could just use less cheese when you make it! Maybe try half a cup next time?
Cheese is life! Why less? It’s pizza, not salad! 😄
Just a heads up, I used turkey pepperoni and they were not as tasty. Stick to regular!
I was skeptical at first; how can such simple ingredients make good snacks? But they turned out alright.
I had my doubts too, but they came out delicious! Sometimes simple is best. 😋