Mini Pepper Pizza Boats Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

These Mini Pepper Pizza Boats are a fun and delicious snack recipe that combines the flavors of pizza with the crunch of mini bell peppers. Perfect for parties or a quick bite, they are easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite toppings.

This recipe is straightforward and requires minimal cooking skills, making it an ideal choice for both kids and adults. You can experiment with various cheeses, meats, and vegetables to create your perfect pizza boat.

Quick and Tasty Mini Pepper Pizza Boats

These Mini Pepper Pizza Boats feature halved mini bell peppers filled with pizza sauce, cheese, and your choice of toppings. The recipe takes about 25 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

8 mini bell peppers, halved and seeds removed
1 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or other desired toppings
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Peppers: Cut the mini bell peppers in half lengthwise and remove the seeds.
Fill the Peppers: Place the halved peppers on a baking sheet. Spoon pizza sauce into each pepper half, then top with shredded mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings.
Season and Bake: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning over the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Serve warm as a tasty snack.