Homemade Pizza Bagels Recipe

Homemade pizza bagels topped with melted mozzarella and basil on a white kitchen counter

Homemade Pizza Bagels Recipe

These homemade pizza bagels are the ultimate quick snack or family-friendly dinner. Crispy on the outside, cheesy in the center, and customizable with your favorite toppings—they’re ready in under 20 minutes and loved by both kids and adults.

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Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch, Snack

Cuisine: American, Italian

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 12

Toasting: 5

Total Time: 27

Servings: pizza bagel halves

Calories: 235kcal

Cost: $6

Equipment

Baking sheet Lined with parchment paper
Serrated knife For cutting bagels cleanly
Pastry brush To brush olive oil
Cheese grater Freshly grated cheese melts best
Oven or air fryer Use depending on cooking method
Wire cooling rack Keeps bottoms crispy after baking

Ingredients

4 whole plain bagels or everything bagels for extra flavor
1 cup marinara or pizza sauce homemade or store-bought
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese freshly grated preferred
0.5 cup mini pepperoni slices optional
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning adds flavor
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder for aroma
2 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
1 handful fresh basil leaves optional, for garnish
Optional toppings bell peppers, mushrooms, black olives, sausage, or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice bagels in half and place cut-side up on baking sheet.
Brush with olive oil and toast for 5 minutes until lightly golden.
Spread marinara sauce evenly over each toasted half.
Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
Add mozzarella and toppings of choice.
Return to oven and bake 10–12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Optional: Broil 1–2 minutes for extra crispiness.
Cool for 2–3 minutes, garnish with basil, and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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