Description
These Homemade Parmesan Bread Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer featuring soft pizza dough coated in a savory mixture of freshly grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Baked until golden and crispy, they make the perfect bite-sized snack to enjoy on their own or with your favorite dipping sauces.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Pizza dough – enough to roll out and cut into 2-inch pieces (about 1 lb)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese – 1 cup
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
- Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to fully preheat to ensure even baking of your bread bites.
- Prepare the dough bites: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface and cut it into approximately 2-inch bite-sized pieces, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Mix cheese coating: In a mixing bowl, combine the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning thoroughly to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat the dough pieces: Using a pastry brush, lightly brush each dough piece with olive oil. Then roll or toss the pieces in the Parmesan mixture to evenly coat each bite.
- Bake the bites: Arrange the coated dough pieces evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the bread bites are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread bites to cool slightly on a wire rack after baking. Serve warm with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping, if desired.
Notes
- For an extra garlicky flavor, consider adding a bit of minced fresh garlic to the olive oil before brushing.
- These bread bites can be made ahead and reheated in a warm oven for a few minutes before serving.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and texture compared to pre-grated varieties.
- Pizza dough can be store-bought or homemade based on your preference.
- Store leftover bread bites in an airtight container and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
