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Pizza Bagel Bites Casserole

Pizza Bagel Bites Casserole

Transform simple ingredients into a comforting Pizza Bagel Bites Casserole that pleases everyone around the table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 pieces Mini bagels Split in half
  • 1 cup Pizza sauce Use your favorite variety
For the Cheeses
  • 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Gooey, melty goodness
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Adds salty flavor
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Mini pepperoni slices Classic topping
  • 0.5 cup Sliced black olives Adds briny depth
  • 1 cup Diced bell pepper For sweetness and crunch
  • 0.5 cup Thinly sliced red onion Gives sharpness
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 tsp Dried Italian herbs For pizza flavor
  • 0.25 cup Chopped fresh basil or parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

How to Make Pizza Bagel Bites Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Spread the split mini bagel pieces evenly along the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Drizzle half of the pizza sauce over the bagel pieces, followed by half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  4. Distribute half of the pepperoni, olives, bell pepper, and red onion over the cheese. Finish with half of the dried Italian herbs.
  5. Repeat the process with the remaining sauce, cheeses, toppings, and herbs.
  6. Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh basil or parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

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