Description
Puff Pastry Pesto Pizza Bites are vegan, bite-sized appetizers featuring flaky puff pastry filled with pesto, marinara, vegan cheese, pepperoni, roasted peppers, and fresh basil. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or casual snacking.
Ingredients
2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
Flour for rolling out dough
1/4 cup vegan pesto (plus extra for serving)
1/4 cup marinara (plus extra for serving)
5 oz vegan pepperoni
2 roasted red peppers (from a jar, sliced)
3 oz vegan feta (crumbled)
Fresh basil
2 tbsp vegan butter (melted)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Everything seasoning
Instructions
- Thaw puff pastry on the counter for 1-1.5 hours. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out one puff pastry sheet to fit the baking sheet. Spread vegan pesto evenly to the edges.
- Add dollops of marinara, then layer on vegan pepperoni, roasted peppers, vegan feta, and fresh basil.
- Place the second puff pastry sheet on top and gently press down. Cut into 48 squares using a sharp knife.
- Brush the top with melted vegan butter mixed with garlic powder, and sprinkle with everything seasoning.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then separate the bites and serve warm or at room temperature with extra pesto and marinara for dipping.
Notes
Add jalapeños or red pepper flakes for a spicier version.
Swap vegan feta for vegan mozzarella or cheddar.
Include other vegetables such as olives, spinach, or artichokes.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze or vegan ranch after baking for extra flavor.
Use sun-dried tomatoes for a tangy, intense flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
