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Mini Bagel Pizzas

Mini bagel pizzas are small, handheld snacks made by topping sliced bagels with cheese and flavorful ingredients, then baking or broiling until the cheese melts and turns bubbly. They have a crispy, golden crust edges with gooey cheese in the center, offering a simple yet satisfying bite-sized meal or snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces bagels sliced in half horizontally
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend
  • to taste pepperoni slices optional, for topping
  • 1 tsp garlic powder for extra flavor
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano optional, for seasoning

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven or broiler

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Spread the bagel halves evenly on the baking sheet cut side up.
  3. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over each bagel half, covering the surface completely.
  4. Add slices of pepperoni on top of the cheese, arranging them as desired for even coverage.
  5. Sprinkle garlic powder and oregano evenly over all the bagel halves for flavor.
  6. Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bagels are golden brown.
  7. Carefully remove the tray from the oven and let the mini bagel pizzas cool for a minute or two.
  8. Slice or serve the mini bagel pizzas whole, enjoying their crispy edges and gooey, cheesy centers.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings like sliced vegetables or different cheeses. For a crispier crust, broil them for an extra minute, watching carefully to avoid burning.