Quick and Easy Pizza Buns

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Quick and Easy Pizza Buns.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious pizza buns, grab a saucepan and set it over medium-high heat.

2. Step 2

   Pour in the tomato sauce and sprinkle in 3 teaspoons of garlic granules along with 3 teaspoons of your favorite dried Italian herb blend.

3. Step 3

   Add a dash of sweet paprika, kosher salt, and ground black pepper to taste, then stir everything together until well combined.

4. Step 4

   Once the sauce starts to bubble, lower the heat and let it simmer gently for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep it from sticking.

5. Step 5

   While the sauce is simmering, take a separate pan and crumble the Italian sausage into it.

6. Step 6

   Cook the sausage over medium heat until it’s beautifully browned and no longer pink, which should take around 15 minutes.

7. Step 7

   Once cooked, drain any excess fat using paper towels and set the sausage aside.

8. Step 8

   Next, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it nice and hot for toasting those buns.

9. Step 9

   In a small bowl, whisk together some extra virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon of garlic granules, and 1 teaspoon of the dried Italian herb blend.

10. Step 10

    This fragrant mixture will add a lovely flavor to your buns.

11. Step 11

    Now, open up the hot dog buns and place them on a baking sheet lined with foil.

12. Step 12

    You can either keep them whole for 8 hearty pizza buns or slice them in half for 16 delightful appetizers.

13. Step 13

    Brush the olive oil mixture generously over the buns, then pop them in the oven for about 5 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown and crispy.

14. Step 14

    Once the buns are toasted to perfection, take them out of the oven and spread a generous layer of your warm tomato sauce on each one.

15. Step 15

    Next, top them with the cooked Italian sausage, a few slices of pepperoni, and a sprinkle of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for that melty goodness.

16. Step 16

    Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, keeping an eye on them until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.

17. Step 17

    When they’re ready, take them out and let the aroma fill your kitchen.

18. Step 18

    For a finishing touch, garnish your pizza buns with fresh oregano leaves and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper if you like a little heat.

19. Step 19

    Serve them warm and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in every bite!.