Get ready to transform your pizza night with these irresistible Mini Spicy Naan Pizza Bites that'll make your taste buds dance! Imagine crispy naan bread topped with melted mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and a fiery kick of red pepper flakes - all in bite-sized perfection. These quick and easy appetizers are about to become your new obsession, blending the best of Indian-inspired flatbread with classic pizza flavors that will have everyone begging for more!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Indian
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 pieces naan bread
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that your Mini Spicy Naan Pizza Bites cook evenly and become crispy.
- Gather all the ingredients: 6 pieces of naan bread, 1 cup of pizza sauce, 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup of sliced pepperoni, and 1 tablespoon of red pepper flakes.
- Place the naan bread on a baking sheet. You can line the baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup if desired.
- Evenly spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce on each piece of naan bread, ensuring to cover the surface well but leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce on each naan. Aim for about 1/4 cup of cheese per naan.
- Distribute the sliced pepperoni evenly on top of the cheese. You can add more or less depending on your preference.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top of each naan pizza to add a spicy kick. Adjust the amount to your heat preference.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the naan are golden brown.
- Once cooked, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the Mini Spicy Naan Pizza Bites cool for a few minutes.
- Cut each naan pizza into bite-sized pieces or quarters for easy serving. You can use a pizza cutter or a sharp knife for this.
- Serve warm and enjoy your Mini Spicy Naan Pizza Bites as a delicious appetizer or snack!
Tips
- Choose high-quality naan bread for the best texture and flavor. Fresh or slightly warmed naan works best.
- Don't overload your naan with sauce or toppings - this can make the bread soggy.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly brush the naan edges with olive oil before baking.
- Experiment with different cheese blends or swap pepperoni for vegetarian toppings.
- Use a pizza stone if you have one to get an extra crispy bottom.
- Let the pizza bites rest for 2-3 minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set.
- For a more intense spicy flavor, try adding a drizzle of hot sauce or sprinkle some additional red pepper flakes after baking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
