Can I make these bites vegetarian?

Yes, simply omit the pepperoni or use vegetarian pepperoni alternatives to keep it meat-free.

What can I use to draw the basketball lines?

Use black food coloring or thin strips of black olives applied with a small brush or food-safe marker.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Yes, you can assemble the bites ahead of time and refrigerate them before baking for freshness.

Serve with extra pizza sauce, ranch dressing, or garlic butter for added flavor.

Cheesy, bite-sized pizza snacks shaped like basketballs—perfect for game day or parties!

This recipe delivers a fun basketball-themed treat my family always enjoys during basketball season.

Dough: 1 pound (450 g) refrigerated pizza dough
Filling: 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese , 24 slices pepperoni (optional omit for vegetarian) , 1/2 cup (120 ml) pizza sauce , plus more for dipping
Topping: 1 large egg beaten , 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese , 1 teaspoon dried oregano , Black food coloring or black olives for basketball lines

Step 1:: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch (0.5 cm) thickness.
Step 3:: Using a 2-inch (5 cm) round cutter cut out 24 circles from the dough.
Step 4:: Place a small spoonful of pizza sauce a sprinkle of mozzarella and a slice of pepperoni (if using) onto the center of each dough circle.
Step 5:: Fold the edges up and pinch to seal forming a ball. Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 6:: Brush each ball with beaten egg. Sprinkle with Parmesan and oregano.
Step 7:: Bake for 12 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 8:: Let cool slightly. Using a fine brush dipped in black food coloring or a thin strip of black olive draw basketball lines onto each bite.
Step 9:: Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

My kids love helping to draw the basketball lines before baking making this a fun family activity.

Baking sheet , parchment paper , rolling pin , round cookie cutter (2-inch/5 cm) , pastry brush , small brush or food-safe marker

Contains wheat (gluten) milk (dairy) and egg. Pepperoni may contain additional allergens check labels.

Calories 80 , Total Fat 3.5 g , Carbohydrates 9 g , Protein 3 g per serving

These pizza bites are a slam dunk for any party or game day occasion.

→ Can I make these bites vegetarian?: Yes, simply omit the pepperoni or use vegetarian pepperoni alternatives to keep it meat-free.
→ What can I use to draw the basketball lines?: Use black food coloring or thin strips of black olives applied with a small brush or food-safe marker.
→ How long should I bake the bites?: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
→ Can I prepare these in advance?: Yes, you can assemble the bites ahead of time and refrigerate them before baking for freshness.
→ What dipping sauces pair well with these bites?: Serve with extra pizza sauce, ranch dressing, or garlic butter for added flavor.