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Quick Crispy Bagel Pizzas

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A fast and easy after-school snack featuring crispy toasted bagels topped with melty mozzarella, tomato sauce, and your favorite toppings. Ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for busy days.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bagels (plain, everything, or sesame; fresh and slightly firm preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) tomato sauce (pizza or marinara sauce)
  • 1 to 1 1/2 cups (100–150 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • About 20 pepperoni slices (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil or oregano leaves for garnish (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Slice the bagels in half horizontally and lay them cut side up on a baking sheet.
  3. Mix olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.
  4. Brush the mixture generously over the cut sides of the bagels.
  5. Toast the bagels in the oven for 5-7 minutes until golden but not burnt.
  6. Remove the baking sheet and spread about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of tomato sauce on each bagel half.
  7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce (about 1/4 cup or 25 g per half).
  8. Add your preferred toppings such as pepperoni or veggies.
  9. Return to the oven and bake for another 7-10 minutes until cheese melts and edges deepen in color.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool for a couple of minutes.
  11. Garnish with fresh basil or oregano if desired.
  12. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

Brush bagels with olive oil mixture to ensure crispiness. Use freshly shredded mozzarella for best melt and stretch. Avoid overloading sauce to prevent sogginess. For extra crispy bottoms, place baking sheet on lower oven rack during second bake. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheated in toaster oven at 350°F for 5 minutes. Avoid microwaving to keep crispiness.

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