This delightful recipe for Mini Bacon Ranch Pizza Bites is perfect for parties, game days, or just a fun snack at home. I love preparing these bites because they are incredibly easy to make and utterly delicious. Let’s look into the steps to create these flavorful treats!
Mini Bacon Ranch Pizza Bites
Delightful mini pizza bites featuring crispy bacon and creamy ranch dressing, perfect for parties or quick snacks.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 15 min | Total: 30 min
Servings: 24 mini pizza bites
Ingredients
- 1 package (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 6 slices)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Using a round cutter (approximately 2 inches in diameter), cut out 24 circles from the dough.
- Press each dough circle into the prepared mini muffin tin cups, forming small crusts.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of ranch dressing into each dough cup.
- Sprinkle a pinch of garlic powder over the ranch dressing in each cup.
- Divide the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly among the cups.
- Top each with crumbled bacon and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.
- If desired, add a pinch of dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes to each bite for added flavor.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crusts are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Fat: 5 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Protein: 3 g
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Facebook PinterestTo start, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 can of refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced green onions
- Olive oil (for brushing)
- Garlic powder (optional, for seasoning)
Before I start cooking, I preheat my oven to 375°F (190°C). It’s vital to get the oven nice and hot, so the bites turn out crispy and golden.
Next, in a large mixing bowl, I combine the chopped bacon, mozzarella cheese, diced green onions, and a few generous dollops of ranch dressing. If you prefer a bit more flavor, I sprinkle in some garlic powder as well. Give everything a good mix until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Now, let’s work on the pizza dough. I take the can of refrigerated pizza dough and unroll it on a clean surface. Using a rolling pin, I roll it out slightly to ensure even thickness. Once the dough is prepared, I cut it into small squares or circles, roughly 2 inches in size. This will serve as the base for our pizza bites.
At this point, I place about a tablespoon of the bacon and cheese mixture in the center of each dough piece. Then, I fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pinching them tightly to ensure the filling does not escape while baking.
Next, I place these bites on a greased baking sheet. For an extra touch, I brush the tops of the dough with a little olive oil to help them brown beautifully. If I’m feeling adventurous, I sometimes sprinkle a pinch of garlic powder on top for an added flavor boost.
After the preparation is complete, I pop the baking sheet into the oven. I let them bake for about 12-15 minutes or until they are golden brown and the cheese is bubbly. Watching them rise and shimmer in the oven is definitely one of my favorite parts!
Once they are done, I let the bites cool for a few minutes before serving. I love to pair them with additional ranch dressing for dipping, enhancing the flavor even more. You can serve these Mini Bacon Ranch Pizza Bites at parties or enjoy them during a quiet movie night. Your friends and family will surely love this tasty treat!
Enjoy your cooking, and I hope these bites become a favorite in your home!
