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Hot Dog Bun Pizzas

These mini pizzas are not just delicious, they're also incredibly easy to make. In fact, this recipe is so straightforward that my little ones help me out in the kitchen.
Course Appetizer, dinner, lunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dog bun, pizza
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 8 pizza buns

Ingredients

  • 4 buns Hot Dog Buns (I'm a huge fan of the brioche buns from Trader Joe's)
  • 1.5 cups Pasta Sauce smear enough to coat the bun
  • 4 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 cup Your favorite shredded pizza cheese more or less to preference

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Prepare the buns: Slice your hot dog buns in half lengthwise so that you have two flat surfaces to work with.
    Four pieces of bread on a cooling rack.
  • Add the sauce: Spread a generous amount of pasta sauce onto each bun half.
    Two little girls slicing bread on a counter.
  • Cheese it up: Sprinkle a good helping of Parmesan cheese over the sauce. Follow this up with your favorite shredded pizza cheese. The combination of the two cheeses will give your mini pizzas a delectable cheesy crust.
    Two little girls are making pizzas in a kitchen.
  • Top it off: This step is optional, but if you want to add some extra flavor, now is the time to do it. Add your favorite toppings. We usually go for pepperoni or salami.
    Two little girls are making pizzas in a kitchen.
  • Bake: Place your prepared hot dog bun pizzas onto a baking sheet and pop them into the preheated oven. Bake them for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
    Four slices of pizza on a cooling rack.
  • Serve and enjoy: Once they're done, let them cool for a few minutes before digging in. These mini pizzas are best enjoyed warm!
    Two slices of pizza on a plate.