Metabolized Pizza Buns with Cheese and Pepperoni

Transform ordinary pizza flavors into easy-to-eat, cheesy pizza buns! These are perfect for a snack, party appetizer, or quick lunch.

Ingredients

For the Buns:

6 soft dinner rolls or burger buns

1 cup pizza sauce

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

18 slices of pepperoni (or more, if desired)

Optional: Fresh basil leaves or Italian seasoning for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Prepare the Buns:

Place the buns on the prepared baking sheet. If using larger rolls, slice them in half horizontally. For smaller dinner rolls, keep them whole.

3. Add Pizza Sauce:

Spoon a generous amount of pizza sauce onto the top of each bun. Spread it evenly.

4. Top with Cheese:

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Add a small handful of Parmesan for extra flavor.

5. Add Pepperoni:

Place 2-3 slices of pepperoni on top of each bun, or enough to cover the cheese.

6. Bake:

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the buns are lightly toasted.

7. Garnish & Serve:

Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or fresh basil if desired. Serve hot with extra pizza sauce on the side for dipping.

Tips:

Swap pepperoni for other toppings like cooked sausage, bell peppers, or mushrooms.

Use garlic butter to brush the buns for extra flavor before adding the sauce.

For a crispier base, lightly toast the buns before assembling.

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