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Cheesy Pizza Dough Balls


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 30 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously cheesy pizza dough balls perfect for any gathering or as a snack!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package Refrigerator Pizza Dough
  • 30 sticks Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/4 cup Butter
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce/Pesto

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface. Cut it into 30 equal squares.
  3. Cut the mozzarella cheese sticks into 30 pieces, about 1-inch each.
  4. Place a piece of cheese in the center of each dough square. Roll the dough to form balls.
  5. Arrange the dough balls on the baking sheet in a Christmas tree shape.
  6. Whisk together the egg and a splash of water for the egg wash. Brush over each dough ball.
  7. Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Microwave butter until melted. Stir in grated garlic and half of the Parmesan cheese.
  9. Brush garlic herb butter over the baked bread and sprinkle remaining Parmesan on top.
  10. Serve warm with marinara or pesto for dipping.

Notes

  • Can substitute homemade dough for Refrigerator Pizza Dough.
  • Mozzarella pearls can be used as an alternative to cheese sticks.
  • Milk can be used instead of egg wash for a golden-brown finish.
  • Olive oil can be substituted for butter for a lighter option.
  • Dried parsley, rosemary, and basil can be used as substitutes, using less.
  • Garlic powder can be used instead of fresh garlic.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 100
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg