Description
Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza Croissant Melts are flaky buttery croissants stuffed with melty cheese, savory pepperoni, pizza sauce, and finished with a spicy hot honey drizzle for an irresistible snack or meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large croissants, sliced in half
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 24 slices turkey pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place croissant halves on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Mix melted butter and minced garlic, then brush lightly over the croissant interiors.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly inside each croissant.
- Layer mozzarella cheese and turkey pepperoni inside the croissants.
- Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Close croissants and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and croissants are crispy.
- In a small bowl, mix honey, hot sauce, and red pepper flakes.
- Drizzle hot honey over the warm croissant melts.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
- Adjust hot sauce to control spice level.
- Serve immediately while warm and flaky.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or peppers for extra pizza flavor.
- Air frying also works well for extra crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American