Here is a snack that treats frozen onion rings as ready-made pizza bases: crisp breaded rings under melted mozzarella and pepperoni, straight from a 180°C (350°F) oven in 20 minutes. Spread the rings in a single layer on a parchment-lined tray so hot air can crisp the breading instead of steaming it under the cheese. Grate the mozzarella yourself; it melts smoother and stretches better than pre-shredded. Check the timing on your onion ring bag, and if the rings need more than 20 minutes, bake them alone for a few minutes before adding the toppings. They are done when the cheese is bubbling across the tray.
Instructions
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Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Arrange the frozen onion rings on the tray in a single layer.
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Top generously with freshly grated mozzarella cheese.
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Place pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.
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Bake in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh onion rings?
This recipe is built for the shortcut of frozen, pre-breaded rings. For fresh, bread and bake them until crisp first, then add cheese and pepperoni to melt.
Should I cook the onion rings first?
If your frozen rings need longer than 20 minutes, give them a head start in the oven before adding cheese, so they are crisp by the time the cheese melts.
What toppings can I add?
Anything pizza — a little pizza sauce, olives, peppers or extra cheese. Keep it light so the rings stay crisp under the toppings.