Looking for a snack or meal that kids will actually get excited about? Pizza bagels for kids might just be your new secret weapon. These mini bagel pizzas are not only fun to make with your little ones, but they’re also perfectly portioned for little hands. Studies show that involving children in cooking can improve their willingness to try new foods and even boost their nutrition habits over time. 

Plus, bagels are a convenient base, letting you sneak in a rainbow of toppings, from colourful veggies to protein-packed cheese, without any fuss. Keep reading and discover how to turn a simple bagel into a kid-friendly pizza that’s as tasty as it is playful!

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Recipe to Make Pizza Bagels For Kids

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PIZZA BAGELS

You can substitute this recipe with your choice of any vegetables – for example thinly sliced zucchini, mushrooms, or roasted pumpkin. This recipe makes for a fun dinner for the whole family – lay out all of the ingredients including your chosen vegetable options, and allow the kids to prepare their own pizza bagels. You could also use up slightly stale bagels in this recipe. 

Type: Vegetarian, Kid Friendly 

Serves 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cooking Time: 10 minutes 

Ingredients

• 4 wholegrain seeded bagels, halved lengthways
• 4 tablespoons tomato paste
• ½ red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
• 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh parsley and basil, to serve (optional)

Recipe

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C. 

2. Line 2 baking trays with baking paper. Arrange the bagel halves cut side up onto the baking trays.

3. Spread the tomato paste evenly onto the bagel halves. Top with the sliced onion, mozzarella and the tomatoes. 

4. Place the bagels into the oven and bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and golden. 

5. Sprinkle over the fresh herbs. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Fun Variations for Kids

Pizza bagels don’t have to be boring. Mixing it up keeps snack time exciting and can even encourage picky eaters to try new flavours.

Veggie-only version

Load up on colourful veggies like capsicum, grated carrot, or spinach. Research suggests that repeated exposure, like to a variety of vegetables, at a young age increases the likelihood children will enjoy them later.

Cheesy extra melt version

For little cheese lovers, sprinkle extra mozzarella or mild cheddar. Cheese not only tastes great but is a good source of calcium, which is important for growing bones.

Hidden veggie sauce version

Blend veggies like pumpkin, carrot, or zucchini into your tomato sauce. Kids get a nutritional boost without even knowing it, a clever trick backed by nutritionists.

Looking for ways to sneak more veggies into fun meals? Try our Top Hidden Vegetable Recipes For Picky Eaters — perfect to pair with pizza bagels for a nutritious twist.

Rainbow topping version for fun colours 

Make it a visual treat with toppings in all colours of the rainbow. Studies show that visually appealing food can increase children’s willingness to try new ingredients.

Tips to Make Pizza Bagels for Kids

A few small tweaks can make pizza bagels a hit every time:

• Use mini bagels – Perfectly portioned for small hands, and less waste if kids take a nibble and wander off.
• Keep the sauce light – A thin spread prevents soggy bagels and balances flavours.
• Add mild cheese – Mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix of mild cheeses keeps it kid-friendly.
• Choose soft, kid-friendly toppings – Avoid anything too hard or spicy. Think cherry tomatoes, small veggie pieces, or finely diced ham.
• Bake until lightly golden – Just enough to melt the cheese and crisp the edges, not to burn.
• Let them cool slightly before serving – Saves tiny tongues from a fiery experience and keeps bagels intact.

Serving Ideas for Pizza Bagels

Pizza bagels are versatile and perfect for all kinds of occasions:

• After school snack – Quick, filling, and fun for kids to eat on their way home from school.
• Lunch box treat – Slice into halves for an easy, mess-free lunch.
• Party platter – Make a rainbow of mini pizza bagels for birthdays or playdates.
• Weekend brunch – Pair with fruit and yoghurt for a balanced and colourful brunch spread.
• Picnic-friendly option – Portable and easy to pack, they’re a hit outdoors without extra cutlery.

Summing Up

Pizza bagels are more than just a snack. They’re a little canvas for creativity, a way to sneak in extra veggies, and a surefire way to get kids excited about mealtime. Whether you go for a cheesy melt, a rainbow of toppings, or a hidden veggie surprise, these mini pizzas are easy to make, fun to serve, and perfect for any occasion from after-school munchies to weekend brunches. So grab some bagels, get the toppings ready, and watch your kids enjoy a tasty, colourful, and slightly mischievous meal they’ll love.

Want more easy, kid-friendly meal ideas like pizza bagels? Check out our 7 Simple and Delicious Rice Dishes For Picky Eaters for simple, fuss-free options the whole family will enjoy.

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Meet Dr Nick Fuller

My Story

As a father, I know first-hand that raising healthy and happy children is tricky. Children are fussy, particularly at the end of the day when they are shattered. We also live in a society where companies seek to profit from what we feed our kids; incorrect and damaging advice is pushed on us and marketed towards our children, and we have no time.

But with these recipes and resources, you and your children can enjoy simple and well-founded food and lifestyle choices for lifelong health.