Ghost Pepperoni Pizza Bites (Print)

Zesty mini bites layered with spicy pepperoni and smoky ghost pepper create a bold, unforgettable party snack.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough

→ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce

→ Cheese

03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Toppings

05 - 24 slices pepperoni
06 - 1 to 2 teaspoons finely minced fresh ghost pepper
07 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - Pinch of salt

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Grease two mini muffin pans (24 cups total) or line with paper liners.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into 24 squares sized to fit muffin cups.
03 - Gently press a dough square into each muffin cup, shaping it up the sides.
04 - Add 1 teaspoon pizza sauce to each cup. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, then add a slice of pepperoni.
05 - Carefully sprinkle a small amount of minced ghost pepper over each cup.
06 - Sprinkle each bite with Parmesan cheese, oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Drizzle with olive oil.
07 - Bake 13 to 15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
08 - Remove from oven, let cool 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped basil if desired and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready to bake in just over half an hour
  • Uses store-bought dough for speed but tastes homemade
  • Each bite delivers oozy cheese and zesty heat in a neat finger-food package
  • Perfect for parties or game nights
02 -
  • Each bite packs impressive spicy kick handle ghost pepper carefully
  • Easy to adapt with substitute toppings or milder heat
  • Ideal as a party appetizer and sure to spark conversation
  • High in protein and great for satisfying cravings between meals
03 -
  • Always wear gloves when handling ghost pepper even a trace on your fingers can cause stinging later
  • Roll dough evenly for consistent baking and even golden edges
  • Resist the urge to overload toppings a balanced ratio keeps the dough crisp not soggy
  • Finish with fresh herbs for brightness and let them cool briefly before serving to avoid burned mouths

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