Description
Delicious Mini Veggie Pizza Bites are the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion! These mini pizzas are topped with a colorful mix of fresh vegetables, gooey cheese, and a savory tomato sauce. They’re easy to make, customizable with your favorite toppings, and a fun way to enjoy pizza in a smaller, snackable form. Perfect for parties, kids’ lunches, or a quick snack, these mini veggie pizza bites are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pizza Bites:
- 1 package mini pizza crusts or English muffins, halved
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Assemble the Pizza Bites: Place the mini pizza crusts or English muffin halves on the prepared baking sheet. Spread a tablespoon of pizza sauce on each piece. Sprinkle a layer of mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add the Toppings: Top each mini pizza with cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, black olives, red onion, and spinach. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bake the Pizza Bites: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the toppings with your favorite veggies or add protein options like diced chicken or pepperoni.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cheese and ensure the crusts are vegan-friendly.
- These mini pizza bites can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Snack, Appetizer