Description
Stuffed pizza onion rings are a delicious twist on two classic favorites, delivering a satisfying crunch with a gooey, cheesy center packed with savory pizza toppings. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, these indulgent bites will leave everyone craving more. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even beginner cooks can master this mouthwatering treat that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large onions
- 1 cup pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup chopped pepperoni
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the onions by slicing off the tops and removing the inner layers to create thick rings.
- In a bowl, mix mozzarella cheese, chopped pepperoni, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Generously stuff each onion ring with the cheese mixture.
- Set up bowls for beaten eggs and breadcrumbs. Dip each stuffed ring in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat (about 350°F). Fry the rings until golden brown (3-4 minutes per side) and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot with marinara sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 onion ring (50g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 60mg