Save to Pinterest Cheesy, bite-sized pizza snacks shaped like basketballs—perfect for game day or parties!
This recipe is a slam dunk with my family as everyone loves the cheesy bites and basketball design on these pizza snacks!
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 pound (450 g) refrigerated pizza dough
- Filling: 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 24 slices pepperoni (optional omit for vegetarian), 1/2 cup (120 ml) pizza sauce plus more for dipping
- Topping: 1 large egg beaten, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, Black food coloring or black olives for basketball lines
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Roll dough:
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch (0.5 cm) thickness
- Cut circles:
- Using a 2-inch (5 cm) round cutter cut out 24 circles from the dough
- Add filling:
- Place a small spoonful of pizza sauce a sprinkle of mozzarella and a slice of pepperoni (if using) onto the center of each dough circle
- Seal balls:
- Fold the edges up and pinch to seal forming a ball Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet
- Apply topping:
- Brush each ball with beaten egg Sprinkle with Parmesan and oregano
- Bake:
- Bake for 12 15 minutes or until golden brown
- Decorate:
- Let cool slightly Using a fine brush dipped in black food coloring or a thin strip of black olive draw basketball lines onto each bite
- Serve:
- Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping
Save to Pinterest My family loves gathering around the TV enjoying these bites during game nights making it a cherished tradition.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Rolling pin, Round cookie cutter (2-inch/5 cm), Pastry brush, Small brush or food-safe marker
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), milk (dairy), and egg Pepperoni may contain additional allergens check labels Always verify store-bought ingredient labels for allergens
Nutritional Information
Calories 80 Total Fat 3.5 g Carbohydrates 9 g Protein 3 g per serving
Save to Pinterest These basketball pizza bites add fun and flavor to any party or game day spread.
Answers to Recipe Questions
- → What dough is best for these pizza bites?
Refrigerated pizza dough works well, providing a soft and chewy base that's easy to shape and bake.
- → Can I make these vegetarian?
Yes, simply omit the pepperoni or replace it with a vegetarian alternative or extra cheese.
- → How do I create the basketball lines on the bites?
Use black food coloring with a fine brush or thin strips of black olives to draw the signature basketball lines after baking.
- → What sauces pair well with these snacks?
Pizza sauce is classic, but ranch dressing or garlic butter also complement the flavors nicely.
- → What is the recommended baking temperature and time?
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.