Garlic Pizza Puffs (Print)
Fluffy pizza cups loaded with cheese, marinara, and pepperoni. Finished with buttery garlic topping, they’re a fun finger food for any crowd.
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon dried oregano.
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
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1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese.
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2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped.
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1/2 teaspoon salt.
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced.
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1/2 cup butter, melted.
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8 ounces turkey pepperoni slices.
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1 pound dough for pizza.
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2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded.
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1 cup marinara sauce.
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Italian seasoning.
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Optional: Ranch dressing for dipping.
# Steps:
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Combine the melted butter, parsley, minced garlic, Parmesan, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
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Spread the garlic butter over the cups of a muffin pan.
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Cut the pizza dough into small balls, about the size of ping pong balls. Place them in the buttered muffin cups.
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Cover the dough and let it sit until it grows to twice its size.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F. Push the centers of the dough down to create little cups, then gently coat with more butter mixture.
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Spoon in marinara sauce, sprinkle mozzarella, and add pepperoni. Repeat layers with sauce, cheese, and topping. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and bake for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
# Notes:
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Tastes best when served warm with ranch dipping sauce.
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Feel free to swap out toppings for your favorites.
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A fun choice for gatherings or quick bites.