Reindeer Face Pizza Bagels (Printable View)

Festive bagels topped with cheese, olives, and pretzels make a playful holiday treat for all ages.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bagels

01 - 2 whole wheat bagels, halved

→ Sauce & Cheese

02 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Decorations

04 - 8 round black olive slices
05 - 4 cherry tomatoes or pepperoni rounds
06 - 8 mini pretzel twists
07 - 4 small slices red bell pepper (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange bagel halves cut side up on the lined baking sheet.
03 - Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce evenly over each bagel half.
04 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over each bagel half.
05 - Place two black olive slices as eyes and a cherry tomato or pepperoni round as the nose on each bagel half.
06 - Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and while warm, gently press two mini pretzel twists into the top of each bagel half to form antlers.
08 - Optionally add a small slice of red bell pepper on each to represent a mouth.
09 - Allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Playful and festive
  • Perfect for kids lunches or holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free bagels
  • Swap cherry tomatoes for pepperoni for a meat option
03 -
  • Use gluten-free bagels to accommodate dietary restrictions
  • Get creative with other vegetable decorations
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