These Puff Pastry Pesto Pizza Bites are the perfect vegan appetizer, combining crispy layers of puff pastry with delicious pizza toppings. The bites are made with pesto, marinara, vegan cheese, pepperoni, roasted peppers, and basil, then baked to golden perfection. Serve them with extra pesto or marinara for dipping – they’re ideal for parties or gatherings!
Full Recipe:
Ingredients
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2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
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Flour for rolling out dough
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1/4 cup vegan pesto (plus extra for serving)
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1/4 cup marinara (plus extra for serving)
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5 oz vegan pepperoni
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2 roasted red peppers (from a jar, sliced)
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3 oz vegan feta (crumbled)
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Fresh basil
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2 tbsp vegan butter (melted)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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Everything seasoning
Directions
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Prep the Dough: Thaw the puff pastry on the counter for about 1-1.5 hours. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Assemble the Bites: Roll out the puff pastry sheets to fit the baking sheet. Place one sheet on the parchment paper and spread vegan pesto to the edges. Add dollops of marinara, then layer on vegan pepperoni, roasted peppers, vegan feta, and fresh basil. Place the second sheet of dough on top, gently pressing it down. Cut into 48 squares using a sharp knife.
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Bake: Brush the top of the squares with melted vegan butter mixed with garlic powder, and sprinkle with everything seasoning. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
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Serve: Allow the bites to cool slightly before cutting them apart. Serve warm or at room temperature with extra pesto and marinara for dipping.
Nutrients
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Calories: 58 kcal per bite
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Carbohydrates: 4g
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Protein: 1g
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Fat: 4g