Pizza Balls

Transform your pizza night with these irresistibly cheesy Pizza Balls, a fun, bite-sized twist on the classic pizza experience. Crafted with soft, golden pizza dough stuffed with gooey mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and baked to perfection with a savory Parmesan and garlic-seasoned crust, these handheld delights are perfect for sharing. With just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re quick to assemble and bake in under 20 minutes, making them the ultimate appetizer for parties, game days, or family dinners. Serve these crispy-on-the-outside, melty-on-the-inside snacks with marinara sauce for dipping, and garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor. Whether you're craving a crowd-pleaser or an indulgent treat, these Pizza Balls are guaranteed to deliver big flavor in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pizza dough
• 150 grams Mozzarella cheese
• 100 grams Pepperoni slices
• 120 ml Marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Divide the pizza dough into 16 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.

Step 3

Cut the mozzarella cheese into 16 small cubes, approximately 1.5 cm each.

Step 4

Flatten each dough ball into a small disc and place one cube of mozzarella and one slice of pepperoni in the center.

Step 5

Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the cheese and pepperoni, pinching the seams to seal securely, and roll gently back into a ball.

Step 6

Place the prepared pizza balls seam-side down onto the lined baking sheet, leaving a small gap between each one.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.

Step 8

Brush each pizza ball with the seasoned olive oil mixture and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the tops.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes or until the pizza balls are golden and cooked through.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.

Step 11

Serve the pizza balls warm with marinara sauce for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(955.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2512.5

Total Fat 127.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.8g
Cholesterol 254.6mg	0%
Sodium 6043.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 6.1g
Protein 123.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1750.6mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1068.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 35.2%