Description
These easy and delicious Pizza Bites are perfect for a quick snack or party appetizer. Made with a simple dough of self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, combined with mozzarella, fresh basil, and olives, baked until golden and melty, they offer a flavorful bite-sized treat served with pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups self-rising flour
- 1 cup full fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Cooking spray (for greasing muffin tin)
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ¼ cup sliced olives
- Pizza sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a muffin tin generously with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour and Greek yogurt. Mix until the dough comes together into a shaggy consistency—it will be a bit rough and not perfectly smooth, which is normal.
- Divide and Season Dough: Transfer the dough to a clean flat surface and shape it into a ball. Cut the dough into 36 to 48 small pieces depending on desired bite size. Place all dough pieces into a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss gently to coat. Season with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add shredded mozzarella, chopped basil, and sliced olives, then toss everything together until evenly combined.
- Fill Muffin Tin and Bake: Spoon the dough mixture evenly into the prepared muffin tin compartments. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust turns golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the pizza bites from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving warm with pizza sauce on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Using full fat Greek yogurt adds moisture and richness to the dough.
- Self-rising flour contains salt and leavening agents; do not add additional baking powder.
- You can customize toppings by adding pepperoni, sun-dried tomatoes, or different cheeses.
- Make sure to spray the muffin tin well to avoid sticking.
- These pizza bites are best served fresh but can be reheated in the oven to restore crispness.
