Reindeer Face Pizza Bagels

A playful and festive twist on classic pizza bagels, these adorable reindeer faces are perfect for kids lunches or holiday gatherings.

This recipe brings joy to my family especially during holiday seasons when the kids help create their own festive faces.

Ingredients

• Bagels: 2 whole wheat bagels, halved
• Sauce & Cheese: 1/2 cup pizza sauce , 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Decorations: 8 round black olive slices (for eyes) , 4 cherry tomatoes or pepperoni rounds (for noses) , 8 mini pretzel twists (for antlers) , 4 small slices red bell pepper (for mouths , optional)

Instructions

Step 1:

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:

Place bagel halves cut side up on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3:

Spread 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce over each bagel half.

Step 4:

Sprinkle each with mozzarella cheese.

Step 5:

To create reindeer faces , add two olive slices as eyes and a cherry tomato or pepperoni round as the nose on each bagel half.

Step 6:

Bake for 8 10 minutes , or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 7:

Remove from oven. While warm , gently press two mini pretzel twists into the top of each bagel for antlers.

Step 8:

Add a small slice of red bell pepper for a mouth , if desired.

Step 9:

Let cool slightly before serving.

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This dish always brings smiles at our family holiday gatherings with kids eagerly customizing their own reindeer faces.

Notes

Get creative with other veggies for decorations.

Required Tools

Baking sheet , Parchment paper , Knife , Spoon

Allergen Information

Contains Wheat (bagels , pretzels) , Milk (cheese) . May contain Soy (pizza sauce) , Gluten (pretzels , bagels) . Check all packaging for potential allergens.

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A fun and easy recipe to serve during festive occasions that everyone will enjoy.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ Can I make these bagels gluten-free?

Yes, substitute regular bagels with gluten-free varieties to suit dietary needs.

→ What can I use instead of cherry tomatoes for the nose?

Pepperoni slices work well as an alternative for a savory twist.

→ How long should I bake the bagels?

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles.

→ Are these suitable for vegetarian diets?

Yes, using only cheese and vegetables makes this dish vegetarian-friendly.

→ Can I add other decorations to the reindeer faces?

Absolutely, feel free to get creative with additional veggies or toppings for extra flair.