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Begin your culinary adventure by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). This step is crucial for achieving that perfect, golden-brown crispiness in your tortilla bowls. An adequately preheated oven ensures even cooking, allowing your Mini Pizza Nacho Bowl Bites to bake uniformly without becoming soggy or burnt. While the oven is heating, you can begin preparing the tortilla bowls and the filling ingredients.

Mini Pizza Nacho Bowl Bites

Discover the perfect party snack with Mini Pizza Nacho Bowl Bites—a delicious fusion of your favorite nachos and pizza! These bite-sized treats feature crispy tortilla bowls filled with melted cheese, savory toppings like pepperoni or Italian sausage, and vibrant veggies. Easy to customize for any taste, they’re ideal for game nights, birthdays, or cozy dinners. Get ready to impress your guests with this fun and flavorful dish that’s sure to disappear quickly!
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Ingredients
  

1 package (12-14) mini tortillas or tortilla chips

1 cup cooked Italian sausage (or diced pepperoni)

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup pizza sauce

1/2 cup sliced black olives

1/4 cup diced bell peppers (using both red and green for color)

1/4 cup diced red onion

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or pizza seasoning)

Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

Jalapeño slices (optional, for an extra kick)

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the nacho bites.

    Prepare the Tortilla Bowls:

      - If you’re using mini tortillas, lightly brush each one with olive oil to enhance crispiness.

        - Press the oiled tortillas into a muffin tin, ensuring they mold into bowl shapes.

          - If you're opting for tortilla chips, arrange them in a muffin tin to create sturdy bases for your bowls.

            Layer the Ingredients:

              - Start the layering process by spooning a small amount of pizza sauce into the bottom of each tortilla bowl for flavor.

                - Follow this with a hearty layer of cooked Italian sausage or diced pepperoni.

                  - Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat, followed by a layer of shredded cheddar cheese for a delightful cheesy blend.

                    - Top each bowl with sliced black olives, diced bell peppers, and diced red onion for a colorful and tasty addition. Finish by sprinkling Italian seasoning over the top.

                      Bake the Bites:

                        - Carefully place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes. You'll know they’re ready when the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, while the tortilla bowls become just a tad crispy.

                          Garnish and Serve:

                            - Once baked, take the muffin tin out of the oven. Allow the nacho bowls to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the tin.

                              - Add fresh basil or parsley on top for a burst of color and flavor. If you like it spicy, garnish with jalapeño slices. Serve while warm, with extra pizza sauce on the side for delicious dipping!

                                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 25 min | 4-6 servings