DIY Pizza Bagel Bites

• •12 piece Mini Bagels (halved)
• •1 cup Pizza Sauce (or more, depending on preference)
• •2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (or more, depending on preference)
• •4 oz Pepperoni (sliced or diced)
• •4 oz Cooked Sausage (crumbled)
• •1 cup Diced Bell Peppers (any color)
• •1 cup Sliced Mushrooms
• •1 cup Black Olives (sliced)
• •1 cup Diced Onions
• •1 tsp Dried Oregano (for sprinkling)
• •1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Set up your topping bar with pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, black olives, onions, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).

3. 3

   Have everyone assemble their own pizza bagel bites by spreading pizza sauce on each bagel half, then adding their desired toppings.

4. 4

   Place the assembled bagel bites on the prepared baking sheets.

5. 5

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bagels are lightly golden brown.

6. 6

   Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Chef's Tips

• 💡Get creative with your toppings! Other great options include cooked bacon, pineapple, spinach, and artichoke hearts.
• 💡For a crispier crust, bake the bagel halves for a few minutes before adding the toppings.
• 💡These can be assembled ahead of time and baked when ready to serve.