Description
These Homemade Parmesan Bread Bites are a delicious and easy-to-make snack featuring bite-sized pieces of pizza dough coated in a flavorful mixture of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or party treat, they pair wonderfully with marinara or ranch sauce.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Pizza dough – enough to make bite-sized pieces (about 1 lb or 450g)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese – 1 cup
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
- Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the bread bites.
- Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough into 2-inch-sized bite pieces. Try to keep them uniform in size for even baking.
- Mix the coating: In a bowl, combine the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning to create the flavorful coating.
- Coat the dough bites: Brush each dough piece on all sides with olive oil, then roll them in the cheese and seasoning mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
- Arrange and bake: Place the coated dough bites onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes until they turn golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread bites to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed with marinara sauce or ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For an extra cheesy flavor, sprinkle additional Parmesan on top before baking.
- Use fresh pizza dough for best texture; store-bought dough works well too.
- Adjust the garlic powder and Italian seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
- Can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
