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Little Caesars Crazy Puffs

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A flavorful twist on a classic favorite—light, airy pillows of pizza dough stuffed with gooey cheese and zesty pepperoni.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1 cup zesty pizza sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 8 ounces pepperoni or turkey pepperoni slices
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herb blend
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Using a sharp knife, slice the rolled-out dough into squares, about 3 inches by 3 inches.
  4. On each square, place a spoonful of pizza sauce, a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese, and a couple of slices of pepperoni.
  5. Fold the square over to create a triangle or pocket and pinch the edges together.
  6. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic and brush over the top of each puff.
  7. Sprinkle the tops with Parmesan cheese, Italian herb blend, sea salt, oregano, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
  8. Place the puffs on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Once baked, optionally sprinkle parsley over the top while warm.
  10. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

Experiment with different fillings like sautéed vegetables or chicken for variations.

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Keywords: Crazy Puffs, Little Caesars, Snack, Pizza, Appetizer

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