4.5 from 12 votes
Baked or Fried Pizza Balls
Discover the allure of these pizza balls, combining the crispness of dough with the zest of pepperoni and the melt of mozzarella. Ideal for get-togethers or a unique family dinner, these delightful bites elevate traditional pizza flavors into a hand-held delight. Baked or fried, they offer a fresh and irresistible take on a beloved classic.
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 16
Calories: 182 kcal
Course:
Appetizer
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 8 ounce pepperoni slices
- 8 ounce mozzarella cheese cubed or shredded
- oil for frying
- Parmesan Cheese freshly grated, optional
- Pizza Sauce optional
Instructions
- If you're baking these, preheat your oven to 450℉.
- Roll out the pizza dough so that it's about ¼ of an inch in thickness. Using a 2 inch cookie cutter cut out rounds.
- Top each round with a pepperoni slice and a piece of mozzarella cheese. Bring dough up around filling; press edge to seal and shape each into ball. Repeat with remaining dough.
- If you're baking these place balls on a baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until golden.
- If you're frying, heat oil in a cast iron pot or a large skillet. Fry a few balls at a time until golden brown.
- Serve with pizza sauce and freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
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Notes
- Dough Options: Both store-bought and homemade dough work well. If opting for homemade, allow it to rise properly for the best texture.
- Filling Variations: Feel free to switch up the fillings! Consider adding bell peppers, olives, or even some grilled chicken for a different taste.
- Oil Choice for Frying: Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like canola or vegetable oil, for best frying results.
- Oven Variance: Oven temperatures can vary. Keep an eye on the pizza balls during the last few minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.
- Dipping Sauces: While pizza sauce is a classic, also consider trying ranch dressing, garlic aioli, or a spicy chili dip for a twist.
- Reheating: For best texture when reheating leftovers, warm them in an oven or toaster oven instead of a microwave.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1ball
Calories
182kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
26mg
(9%)
Sodium
543mg
(23%)
Potassium
50mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
96IU
(2%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
75mg
(8%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 182kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 543mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 50mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 96IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.