Pizza Pie Bites
Mini individual pizza pockets loaded with cheese, meat, veggie toppings and tomato sauce baked in a crispy pie crust shell. Fun customization for all ages!
Servings: 24 Bites
Equipment
- Nonstick skillet for cooking meats
- Baking sheets and parchment paper
- Round cookie cutters or drinking glass/cup
- Pastry brush for oiling crusts
- Spatulas for transfering assembled bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound 225 grams Ground Beef
- 2 crusts Refrigerated Pie Crusts store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Olive Oil for brushing
- A handful of Fresh Basil Leaves for garnish (optional)
- 1/2 cup Mini Pepperoni optional, for extra flavor
Instructions
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drain excess fat.
- Unroll the pie crusts and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or a small cup.
- Place a small spoonful of pizza sauce on each pie crust circle. Top with cooked ground beef, a sprinkle of both cheeses, and a dash of Italian seasoning. If using, add a few mini pepperonis on top.
- Arrange the bites on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the edges of the crusts with olive oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden and crispy.
- Let them cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
For a spicier version, add some red pepper flakes to the ground beef.
If you're feeling adventurous, try adding some finely chopped vegetables to the beef mixture.