2-BITE PIZZA PEPPER POPPERS 🍕 🌶
5 mini peppers, sliced in half
1/2 cup marinara
1/2 cup mozzarella, shredded
Mini pepperoni
Drizzle peppers with olive oil. Stuff with sauce, cheese and pepperoni!
Pop these babies in a 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes! Enjoy!
2-Bite Pizza Pepper Poppers 🍕 🌶
Ingredients:
- 5 mini peppers, sliced in half
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Mini pepperoni slices
- Olive oil for drizzling
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Prepare the Peppers:
- Cut the mini peppers in half lengthwise, removing the seeds and membranes.
- Drizzle with Olive Oil:
- Place the pepper halves on a baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil, ensuring they are lightly coated.
- Stuff the Peppers:
- Spoon marinara sauce into each pepper half, distributing it evenly among them.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce, making sure each pepper is generously topped with cheese.
- Add mini pepperoni slices on top of the cheese, creating a mini pizza-like topping.
- Bake in the Oven:
- Place the prepared pepper poppers in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the peppers are tender.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the pepper poppers from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Arrange them on a serving platter and serve these 2-bite delights to your guests.
- Optional Garnish:
- Sprinkle with fresh chopped basil or parsley for a burst of color and added flavor.
- Note:
- Feel free to customize the toppings based on your preferences. You can add ingredients like diced bell peppers, olives, or mushrooms for additional flavor.
These 2-bite pizza pepper poppers make for a delicious appetizer or snack, perfect for any gathering or as a fun twist on traditional pizza
