Pizza Pot Pie Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough and Base
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8 refrigerated biscuits (16 ounce package)
→ Filling
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3 ounces pepperoni, chopped
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7-8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
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0.25 cup pasta sauce or pizza sauce, meatless
→ Butter Mixture
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1 tablespoon butter, softened
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0.5 tablespoon olive oil
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0.25 teaspoon salt
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0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
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0.25 teaspoon Italian seasoning, plus extra as topping (optional)
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pinch black pepper
→ For Tin Preparation
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cooking spray or oil for greasing pans
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small bowl, combine softened butter, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until fully blended.
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Preheat oven to 177°C (350°F). Lightly grease muffin tins with cooking spray or oil, wiping away any excess so it does not pool at the base.
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Open refrigerated biscuit package and separate biscuits. Press each into the muffin cups, molding to cover the bottom and sides. Repeat with all biscuits, ensuring they adhere securely to form a shell.
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Use a fork to prick the bottoms and sides of each biscuit shell several times to prevent bubbling.
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Brush interior of each biscuit with the prepared butter mixture, then spread approximately ½ heaping teaspoon of meatless pasta or pizza sauce inside.
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Fill each biscuit shell with 1 heaping tablespoon shredded mozzarella, followed by ½ heaping tablespoon chopped pepperoni. Repeat layering with another tablespoon mozzarella and ½ tablespoon pepperoni.
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Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning atop each filled shell as desired.
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If using individual foil cups, arrange them on a rimmed baking sheet to provide support during baking.
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Bake for 20-23 minutes, or until biscuit crusts are golden and cheese is completely melted.
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Gently lift baked pot pies from the muffin tin and arrange on a serving platter or serve in their tins.
# Notes:
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Check for doneness at the 15-18 minute mark as oven performance varies. Rotate the pan 180 degrees halfway through baking for even coloring.
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When using standard muffin tins, use a spatula to gently separate touching biscuits before lifting out to serve.