Description
These easy homemade pizza bagels are a quick and delicious snack or meal, perfect for pizza lovers of all ages. Crisp bagel halves are topped with tangy pizza sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings, then baked to bubbly perfection. Ready in just about 15 minutes, they make a satisfying treat for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 4 plain bagels (halved)
Sauce
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup pepperoni slices (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)
Seasoning and Extras
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil or butter (optional, for brushing the bagel halves)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If you have a toaster oven, you can also use that for a quicker option.
- Prepare the bagels: Slice the bagels in half and place them on a baking sheet with the cut side facing up. For extra crispiness, lightly brush the bagel halves with olive oil or melted butter if desired.
- Add the sauce: Spread about 1-2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly on each bagel half to create a flavorful base layer.
- Top with cheese and toppings: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add your choice of toppings such as pepperoni, diced bell peppers, and sliced olives. Season with dried oregano or Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake the pizza bagels: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve: Remove the bagels from the oven and allow them to cool for a minute or two. Serve hot and enjoy your quick and delicious pizza bagels!
Notes
- For a crispier bagel, brush with olive oil or butter before adding sauce and toppings.
- You can customize toppings to your preference – try mushrooms, onions, or different cheeses.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free bagels if desired to suit dietary needs.
- Leftover pizza bagels can be reheated in the oven or toaster oven for best texture.
- If you prefer a quicker method, use a toaster oven instead of a traditional oven.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
