# What You’ll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
→ Filling
02 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
03 - 24 slices pepperoni (optional, omit for vegetarian)
04 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce, plus extra for dipping
→ Topping
05 - 1 large egg, beaten
06 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
08 - Black food coloring or black olives for basketball lines
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness.
03 - Use a 2-inch round cutter to cut 24 circles from the rolled dough.
04 - Place a spoonful of pizza sauce, a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella, and a slice of pepperoni (if using) in the center of each dough circle.
05 - Fold edges upward and pinch to seal, shaping each into a smooth ball, then place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush each dough ball with beaten egg, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and dried oregano.
07 - Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
08 - Allow bites to cool slightly, then use a fine brush dipped in black food coloring or strips of black olive to draw basketball lines on each piece.
09 - Serve warm alongside extra pizza sauce for dipping.
