Best 11 Pepperoni Pizza Poppers Recipes

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In the realm of delectable appetizers and party snacks, pepperoni pizza poppers reign supreme. These bite-sized morsels of cheesy, pepperoni-infused goodness are guaranteed to tantalize taste buds and elevate any gathering. With a crispy exterior and a gooey, flavorful center, these poppers are the perfect combination of textures and flavors. Whether you're hosting a game day party, a casual get-together, or simply craving a delightful treat, this guide will lead you through the journey of creating the ultimate pepperoni pizza poppers that will leave your taste buds yearning for more.

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PEPPER PIZZA POPPERS



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A healthy snack that tastes like pizza?! Sign me up! You'll love these fun pepper pizza poppers that are crunchy and delicious with the flavors of sweet peppers, melted cheese, turkey pepperoni, olives, fresh basil and oregano.

Provided by Maggie Michalczyk, RDN

Categories     nutritious treats

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bag ONE SWEET® SEEDLESS Peppers
1 bag shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. dried oregano
¼ cup turkey pepperoni (sliced)
⅓ cup pitted Kalamata olives (halved)
3-4 fresh basil leaves (chopped)
Red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Remove the stems and cut each pepper down the middle lengthwise.
  • Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and sprinkle each pepper half with mozzarella cheese, garlic powder and oregano. Add about two pieces of turkey pepperoni to each pepper.
  • Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  • Remove from the oven, let cool and top with sliced Kalamata olives, extra red pepper flakes if desired, and fresh basil. Serve immediately and enjoy!

PIZZA PEPPER POPPERS



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These bite-size stuffed peppers are perfect for watching the big game or a quick snack for the kids after school. Ready in just 30 minutes, you can quickly put these together and have them ready for kick-off while you're preparing your drinks or other appetizers. Filled with cheese and pepperoni, these mini peppers become the perfect gluten-free appetizer.

Provided by Ivy Odom

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese, softened
3 ounces pepperoni, finely chopped (about 2/3 cup)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, divided
3/4 teaspoons kosher salt
12 multicolored baby bell peppers, halved lengthwise, seeds removed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, pepperoni, mozzarella, 1 tablespoon basil and salt. Fill each of the bell pepper halves with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the cream cheese mixture.
  • Arrange peppers on prepared baking sheet and bake until cheese is beginning to bubble and brown, 18-20 minutes. Garnish with remaining basil. Let cool slightly before serving.

PEPPERONI PIZZA POPPERS



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Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 containers refrigerated Crescent rolls ((8 rolls per container))
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, (softened)
1 jar pizza sauce
1 bag shredded mozzarella cheese
1 package mini pepperonis
dried oregano, (about 1 teaspoon)

Steps:

  • Spray a mini muffin pan with cooking spray and preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Unroll crescent dough and separate into squares of 2 triangles stuck together. Take each square and press on the seam to seal it. Cut into 4 smaller squares. Between the 2 containers of crescent dough, you should get 32 pieces of dough (if I've done the math right). It's ok if they're a little misshapen.
  • Press dough squares down into mini muffin cups, shaping them to fit the bottom and up the sides.
  • Using 2 spoons, place a small amount of cream cheese (maybe 1/2 teaspoon, but totally up to personal preference) into bottom of each dough-filled muffin cup.
  • On top of cream cheese, spoon a little pizza sauce (maybe 1 teaspoon) into each cup.
  • Top pizza sauce with a little sprinkling of oregano and mozzarella cheese. Place 3 to 4 mini pepperonis on top of each popper.
  • Place in oven for 10 to 12 minutes, but check after 8 minutes because you definitely do not want to burn these guys.
  • Let cool in pan for a minute or two, just until cool enough to handle. If reusing the pan for another batch it is best to let the pan cool before placing dough into it.

PEPPERONI PIZZA POCKETS



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Stuffed with a pizza-style filling, these special sandwiches surprise you with a burst of flavor in every bite. They were popular with the preschool set at our son's dinosaur-theme birthday party...but you can be sure adults will love them, too! - Robin Werner, Brush Prairie, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 16 pockets

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons salt
6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce, divided
96 slices turkey pepperoni
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 large egg, lightly beaten
8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the sugar, butter, salt and 4-1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Divide dough into 16 pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion into a 6-in. circle. Place 2 teaspoon pizza sauce, 6 slices pepperoni and 1/4 cup of mozzarella. Lightly brush edge of dough with egg. Bring dough over filling; press firmly, then crimp seams to seal. , Place on greased or parchment-lined baking sheets. Brush with egg; sprinkle with Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Bake until golden brown, 18-20 minutes. Warm remaining pizza sauce; serve with pizza pockets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

EASY PEPPERONI PIZZA MUFFINS



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Super easy mini pizzas - delicious and done in 20 minutes or less!

Provided by Johnna

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
10 tablespoons pizza sauce (such as Ragu® Homestyle)
10 slices pepperoni
10 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray 10 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Press biscuits, one at a time, between hands to flatten. Place each flattened biscuit in a muffin cup; press into bottom and up sides of muffin cup. Set aside for biscuit to settle and slightly rise, about 5 minutes. Lightly press biscuits into cups as needed.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon pizza sauce into each biscuit; top each with 1 slice pepperoni and 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until biscuit is lightly browned and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Remove each pizza from tin and place on a cooling rack, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 438.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PIZZA POPPERS



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Both my husband and I are big pizza fans, so we created these pizza rolls that we like to take to parties. I think they'd be fun to set out for Santa to enjoy, along with his milk and cookies!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 32 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup water
1 tablespoon shortening
1 large egg
3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1-1/3 cups minced pepperoni (about 5 ounces)
2 cups pizza sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, yeast, oregano and salt. In a saucepan, heat water and shortening to 120°-130°. Add to dry ingredients; beat until moistened. Add egg; beat on medium speed for 1 minute. Stir in cheese and pepperoni; mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into four pieces. Divide each piece into eight balls. Roll each ball into a 12-in. rope. Tie into a loose knot, leaving two long ends. Fold top end under roll; bring bottom end up and press into center of roll. Place on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm with pizza sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 36mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

PEPPERONI PIZZA POCKETS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: puff pastry, pepperoni, marinara sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, egg

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 sheet puff pastry
15 slices pepperoni
1 cup marinara sauce
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 egg, for egg wash

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut the puff pastry into six rectangles and place on a nonstick baking tray.
  • On one rectangle, spread a tablespoon of marinara, avoiding the edges of the pastry. Top with pepperoni slices and cheese.
  • Place a rectangle of pastry on top and seal the edges with a fork. Repeat with remaining pastry rectangles.
  • Brush the pockets with egg wash.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastry is flaky and golden.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 15 grams, Sugar 3 grams

PEPPERONI PIZZA POPCORN



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Provided by Food Network

Time 2h55m

Yield 6, 10-cup batches of popcorn

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
3 cups popcorn
1/4 cup sliced pepperoni, cut into bite-size pieces
2 sundried tomatoes (not packed in oil), cut into bite-size pieces
Unsalted butter, melted, for drizzling
Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking sheet
One 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Position an oven rack in the bottom of the oven, and preheat it to 200 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment and generously coat it with cooking spray. Spread the tomato paste into a thin layer on the parchment (an offset metal spatula works best). Bake until the paste deepens to brick red and is dull in color and not shiny in any spots, about 2 hours. (It will look and feel like fruit leather.) Let it cool completely. Tear the paste into small pieces and finely grind them in batches in a spice grinder.
  • Place all the ground tomato paste back into the spice grinder. Add the Parmesan, oregano, garlic salt and pepper flakes, and grind to a fine powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The spice blend makes enough for about 6 batches of popcorn.
  • To make 1 batch of pepperoni pizza popcorn: Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup kernels; when one pops, cover the pot, and cook, shaking the pot constantly, until the popping subsides to 1 pop every 20 seconds, about 5 minutes. Add the pepperoni, sundried tomatoes, some melted butter and 2 heaping tablespoons of the pizza spice and toss to coat.

PEPPERONI PIZZA POPOVERS



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This is a delicious snack or light lunch. You can add more toppings such as mushrooms, onions, peppers, olives, etc. but just keep in mind that these are a little smaller than a standard muffin.

Provided by Mama_Jennie

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 popovers

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 eggs
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder (add more if you're a garlic lover)
2 tablespoons chopped pepperoni
1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese or 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup marinara sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F Using cooking spray coat muffin pan bottom & sides.
  • In a medium mixing bowl beat eggs, milk & oil with whisk until combined.
  • Add flour, basil, oregano & garlic powder. Beat until well combined. Stir in pepperoni.
  • Fill prepared muffin pan HALF full of batter. Bake at 400 F for about 20 minutes or until popovers appear dry.
  • Remove from oven and add a teaspoon to tablespoon of marinara sauce on the top of each popover. Sprinkle cheese and bake for an additional 5 minutes longer.
  • Remove from pan & serve. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.4, Fat 4.5, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 120.2, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.1, Protein 4.4

PEPPERONI PIZZA JALAPEñO POPPERS



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Make and share this Pepperoni Pizza Jalapeño Poppers recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

12 jalapeno peppers
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup finely chopped pepperoni, sauteed
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon diamond crystal kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to broil and arrange a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
  • Lay a jalapeño on your work surface so that it sits flat without rolling. Make two cuts forming a "T" by first slicing down the middle of the chile lengthwise from stem to tip, then making a second cut perpendicular to the first about 1/4 inch from the stem, slicing only halfway through the chile (be careful not to cut off the stem end completely). Carefully open the flaps to expose the interior of the chile, and, using a butter knife or small measuring spoon, scrape the inside to remove the seeds and ribs. Repeat with the remaining peppers; set aside.
  • Place the cream cheese, pepperoni, Parmesan, and salt in a medium bowl, season with freshly ground black pepper, and mix until smooth and evenly combined. Transfer the mixture to a quart-size resealable plastic bag, cut one bottom corner off to make a 3/4-inch-wide opening, and squeeze the mixture into the chiles until just filled (be careful not to overfill). Insert a toothpick widthwise through each chile to secure the flaps and filling. Place the filled chiles on the prepared baking sheet in two evenly spaced rows of six.
  • Broil for 4 minutes, rotate the pan, and continue to broil until the peppers are starting to char and the filling is browned and bubbly, about 4 minutes more. Remove from the oven, and remove the toothpicks if desired. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.4, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 67.9, Sodium 481.8, Carbohydrate 4.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 7.2

CHEESY PEPPERONI PIZZA ROLLS



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These pizza rolls are the perfect game day snack and a winner every time. They'll also bring new life to Friday night pizza for the entire family. Personalize the rolls with your favorite toppings, just not too many, and don't overfill or the filling will ooze out.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Pepperoni Pizza

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (13.8 ounce) package Pillsbury® classic pizza crust
1 cup marinara sauce, divided
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup thinly sliced pepperoni, cut in halves
2 tablespoons minced onion
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place pizza dough on a lightly floured work surface, and press into a rectangle. Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the dough to within 1/2 inch of the crust edges (you will not need all of the sauce), and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
  • Evenly distribute pepperoni and onion over the cheeses, and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  • Tightly roll up the dough to form a log, pinching the seam together to seal. Transfer dough to the refrigerator for 10 minutes to make slicing easier.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Using a serrated knife, slice the log into 12 individual rolls and set onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pizza rolls are golden brown in color and the cheese has melted, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Serve pizza rolls with the remaining warmed marinara as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 14.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 6.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 532.2 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your pepperoni pizza poppers will taste. Look for fresh pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, and pizza sauce.
  • Make sure the wonton wrappers are properly sealed: If the wonton wrappers are not sealed properly, the pizza poppers will leak when you fry them.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the pizza poppers: If you overcrowd the pan, the pizza poppers will not cook evenly.
  • Serve the pizza poppers immediately: Pepperoni pizza poppers are best served hot and fresh out of the fryer.

Conclusion:

Pepperoni pizza poppers are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties, game days, or any other occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these tasty treats that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a fun and delicious snack, give pepperoni pizza poppers a try!

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