Baked Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Bagels Recipe
These Baked Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Bagels are a quick and satisfying meal featuring crispy toasted bagels, rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and savory pepperoni. They’re perfect for busy weeknights, snacks, or game day gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Total Time: 20–25 minutes
- Yield: 6 pizza bagel halves (3 servings)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 3 plain bagels, sliced in half
- 2/3 cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh basil, chopped (optional)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Arrange the bagel halves cut-side up on a baking sheet.
- Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over each bagel half.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Top with pepperoni slices and any optional toppings.
- Season lightly with Italian seasoning and garlic powder if using.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
- Lightly toast the bagel halves before adding toppings to help prevent sogginess.
- Substitute pepperoni with cooked Italian sausage, grilled chicken, or extra vegetables.
- Try cheddar, provolone, or a pizza cheese blend instead of mozzarella.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat in a 400°F oven or air fryer until hot and crispy for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pizza bagel halves
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 49 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
