Ultimate Pizza Bombs with Gooey Mozzarella and Pepperoni Filling

The ultimate pizza bombs featuring fluffy golden dough pockets filled with melted mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and Italian seasonings, brushed with garlic butter and baked to perfection. This irresistible comfort food masterpiece combines the classic flavors of pizza with the fun, portable format of stuffed dough bombs, creating an unforgettable appetizer or snack experience that elevates simple pizza ingredients to extraordinary heights perfect for parties, game day, family dinners, or any time you crave the perfect combination of cheesy, savory, and buttery flavors.

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Gourmet Pizza Bomb Mastery Secrets for Perfect Cheesy Combination

Essential Ingredients Selection

Creating Your Masterpiece

Perfect Dough Flattening Mastery:
Master the technique of evenly flattening biscuit dough without tearing for perfect wrapping.
Filling Assembly Excellence:
Learn the skill of layering pepperoni and cheese for optimal flavor in every bite.
Sealing Technique Perfection:
Perfect the method of pinching and sealing dough to prevent cheese leakage during baking.
Garlic Butter Application:
Master the art of brushing garlic butter for golden, flavorful exterior coating.
Baking Temperature Strategy:
Learn optimal baking techniques for cooked dough with perfectly melted cheese center.
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The Art of Ultimate Pizza Bomb Perfection

Perfect Dough Flattening Mastery
Master the technique of evenly flattening biscuit dough without tearing for perfect wrapping.
Filling Assembly Excellence
Learn the skill of layering pepperoni and cheese for optimal flavor in every bite.
Sealing Technique Perfection
Perfect the method of pinching and sealing dough to prevent cheese leakage during baking.
Garlic Butter Application
Master the art of brushing garlic butter for golden, flavorful exterior coating.
Baking Temperature Strategy
Learn optimal baking techniques for cooked dough with perfectly melted cheese center.
Gourmet Pizza Bomb Mastery Secrets for Perfect Cheesy Combination
Sealing Technique: Pinch dough edges firmly together to prevent cheese from leaking during baking.
Cheese Size: Use cheese cubes rather than shredded for better melting and less leaking.
Dough Temperature: Let refrigerated dough sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for easier handling.
Even Sizing: Keep filling amounts consistent for uniform cooking and professional appearance.
Seam Placement: Always place seam-side down on baking sheet to maintain seal during baking.
Serving Temperature: Let bombs cool slightly before eating to avoid burning mouth with hot cheese.
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Ultimate Pizza Bombs with Gooey Mozzarella and Pepperoni Filling

The ultimate pizza bombs featuring fluffy golden dough pockets filled with melted mozzarella cheese, savory pepperoni, and Italian seasonings, brushed with garlic butter and baked to perfection. This irresistible comfort food masterpiece combines the classic flavors of pizza with the fun, portable format of stuffed dough bombs, creating an unforgettable appetizer or snack experience that elevates simple pizza ingredients to extraordinary heights perfect for parties, game day, family dinners, or any time you crave the perfect combination of cheesy, savory, and buttery flavors.

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Ingredients

Custard Cream
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For the Dough Foundation:
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1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
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All-purpose flour for dusting
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For the Cheese Filling:
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2 cups mozzarella cheese, cubed or shredded
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½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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For the Meat Component:
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32 slices pepperoni (2 per bomb)
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½ cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled (optional)
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For the Pizza Sauce:
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1 cup marinara sauce for dipping
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2 tablespoons pizza sauce for brushing
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For the Garlic Butter Coating:
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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For the Italian Seasonings:
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 teaspoon dried basil
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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For the Flavor Enhancers:
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
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¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning blend
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Pinch of salt
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For the Topping Options:
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¼ cup grated Parmesan for sprinkling
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1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
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For the Vegetable Additions:
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¼ cup diced bell peppers (optional)
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¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
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2 tablespoons diced onions (optional)
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For the Cheese Variations:
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½ cup cheddar cheese, cubed
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¼ cup provolone cheese (optional)
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For Special Equipment:
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Large baking sheet
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Parchment paper
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Pastry brush
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Small bowl for butter

Instructions

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Preheat oven to 375°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Separate biscuit dough into individual biscuits on floured surface.
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Flatten each biscuit into a 4-inch circle using your hands or roller.
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Place 2 pepperoni slices in center of each flattened dough circle.
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Add cube of mozzarella cheese on top of pepperoni slices.
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Sprinkle small pinch of Italian seasoning and Parmesan over cheese.
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Gather edges of dough up and around filling, pinching tightly to seal.
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Roll sealed dough gently between palms to form smooth ball shape.
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Place pizza bomb seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
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Repeat process with remaining dough circles and filling ingredients.
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Space pizza bombs about 2 inches apart on baking sheet.
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Mix melted butter with minced garlic and chopped fresh parsley.
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Brush each pizza bomb generously with garlic butter mixture on all sides.
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Sprinkle tops with additional Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
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Remove from oven when dough is cooked through and cheese is melted.
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Let pizza bombs cool for 3-5 minutes before serving for safety.
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Brush with additional garlic butter while still warm for extra flavor.
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Warm marinara sauce in microwave or saucepan for dipping.
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Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately with warm sauce.
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Store leftovers in airtight container and reheat in oven before serving.