Description
Homemade pepperoni pizza bagels combine classic Italian flavors with New York-style bagel charm. Quick and easy preparation makes this snack perfect for casual gatherings or weeknight dinners you’ll want to share with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 bagels
- 3 oz (85 g) vegan pepperoni
- 1 cup (240 ml) vegan mozzarella, shredded
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) tomato sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Position the oven rack centrally and preheat to 420°F (215°C), lining a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleanup and non-stick convenience.
- Sauce Creation: Craft a vibrant pizza sauce by blending tomato sauce with garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and a subtle kick of red pepper flakes, seasoning with salt and pepper to elevate the overall taste complexity.
- Bagel Transformation: Slice bagels precisely in half, creating uniform pizza bases that promise a perfect canvas for toppings and flavors.
- Assembly: Spread the zesty sauce comprehensively across each bagel half, ensuring total surface coverage for a flavor-packed foundation.
- Cheese and Topping Layer: Generously distribute vegan mozzarella cheese over the sauced surface, then strategically place vegan pepperoni slices to guarantee a harmonious blend of textures and tastes.
- Baking Process: Slide the prepared bagel pizzas into the preheated oven, allowing them to bake until the cheese melts into a golden, bubbling masterpiece with delicately crisped edges.
- Serving: Remove from the oven and permit a brief cooling moment, then serve these pizza bagels immediately while piping hot, offering a delectable fusion of crispy bagel and classic pizza elements.
Notes
- Oven Positioning Matters: Center rack ensures even heat distribution and optimal browning for perfect pizza bagels.
- Sauce Precision: Whisking spices into tomato sauce creates a robust flavor base that elevates the entire dish.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Spread vegan mozzarella evenly to achieve a smooth, golden surface without dry patches.
- Cooling Crucial: Brief resting time prevents mouth burns and allows cheese to set for better texture and handling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg