As the air turns crisp and football season takes over weekends, there’s something undeniably comforting about staying in, cheering on your favorite team, and indulging in a spread of savory, crowd-pleasing snacks. Whether you're hosting a watch party or settling in for a solo game day ritual, these pepperoni pizza bomb bring the flavor to every quarter.
Game Day Pepperoni Pizza Bombs: The Ultimate Kickoff Appetizer
The Ultimate Kickoff Appetizer
A Touchdown in Every Bite
Ingredients
- 1 package Trader Joe’s Refrigerated Pizza Dough
- 1 cup Trader Joe’s Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cup Trader Joe’s Sliced Pepperoni
- ½ cup Trader Joe’s Marinara Sauce
- ¼ cup Trader Joe’s Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 1 tsp Trader Joe’s Garlic Powder
- 2 tbsp Trader Joe’s Grated Parmesan Cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Equipment Needed
- Oven or Wall Oven
- Range or Rangetop
- Cast-iron skillet or baking dish
- Pastry brush
- Knife or pizza cutter
- Cutting board
- Small bowls for prep
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The Method:
1. Preheat
Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Prep Dough
Roll out the pizza dough and cut into 2-inch squares.
3. Form into balls
On each square, add a portion of shredded mozzarella, marinara sauce, and a slice of pepperoni. Fold the dough over to form a ball and pinch the edges to seal.
4. Place into Baking Sheet
Place the balls seam-side down in a greased cast-iron skillet or baking dish.
5. Make Topping
Melt butter in a small saucepan and mix in garlic powder and parsley. Brush over the top of each dough ball.
6. Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Final Touches
Remove from the oven, brush with remaining garlic butter, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan.
8. Serve & Dip
Serve warm with a side of marinara or ranch for dipping.
Elevate Your Home Tailgate
These pepperoni pizza bombs are a winning combination of flavor and simplicity, perfect for any game day lineup. With just a few ingredients and the addition of ZLINE appliances, you can turn everyday moments into elevated culinary experiences.
Because game day isn’t just about the score—it’s about the experience. And with ZLINE, luxury is always part of the playbook.
