Description
Homemade Parmesan Bread Bites are deliciously golden, bite-sized pieces of pizza dough coated in a flavorful mixture of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, these bread bites are brushed with olive oil and baked until crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, served best with your favorite dipping sauces like marinara or ranch.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Pizza dough – enough to roll out into bite-sized pieces (about 1 lb)
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese – 3/4 cup
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Italian seasoning – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for baking the bread bites to a golden crisp.
- Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough and cut it into 2-inch bite-sized pieces, making sure each piece is uniform for even baking.
- Mix the cheese coating: In a bowl, combine freshly grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning thoroughly to create the flavorful coating.
- Coat the dough pieces: Brush each dough piece lightly with olive oil, then roll or dip them into the Parmesan mixture, ensuring a generous, even coating on all sides.
- Bake the bites: Place the coated dough pieces evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the bites turn golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bread bites to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Pair them with marinara or ranch sauce for dipping to enhance their flavor.
Notes
- Using freshly grated Parmesan cheese gives the best flavor and texture compared to pre-grated varieties.
- You can experiment with different herbs like oregano or basil in place of Italian seasoning for variety.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet to allow even heat circulation and crispness.
- These bread bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven to retain crunchiness.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
