Cheesy Pizza Poppers (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tube (16.3 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count)
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4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into 16 small cubes
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32 small pepperoni slices (about 2 oz)
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2 tablespoons butter, melted
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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Marinara sauce, warmed
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Separate the biscuit dough into 8 pieces. Cut each biscuit in half to make 16 pieces total. Flatten each piece into a 3-inch circle.
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Place a cube of mozzarella cheese and 2 pepperoni slices in the center of each flattened biscuit piece.
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Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch firmly to seal completely. Roll gently between your palms to form a ball shape. Place seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Brush the mixture over the tops of the dough balls. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
# Notes:
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These pizza poppers are perfect for parties, game days, or after-school snacks.
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Be careful when biting into them right out of the oven as the cheese filling will be very hot.
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For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the butter mixture or use spicy pepperoni.