Here’s a Pizza Muffins recipe that’s easy, flexible, and great for snacks, lunches, or parties.
Pizza Muffins
These savory muffins combine classic pizza flavors in a grab-and-go form. They’re moist inside, lightly crisp on top, and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients (makes 12 muffins)
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni
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¾ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
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⅓ cup milk
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1 large egg
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3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
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Optional add-ins: cooked sausage, diced bell peppers, olives, mushrooms
Equipment
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Muffin pan (12-cup)
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Paper liners or nonstick spray
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Mixing bowls
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Whisk or spoon
Directions
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Preheat the oven
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin pan with paper liners or grease well. -
Mix dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and Italian seasoning. -
Add fillings
Stir in mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and any optional add-ins until evenly distributed. -
Mix wet ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together pizza sauce, milk, egg, and olive oil until smooth. -
Combine
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently just until combined. Do not overmix; the batter should be thick and slightly lumpy. -
Fill muffin cups
Divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full. -
Bake
Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean. -
Cool and serve
Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips and Variations
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Extra cheesy tops: Sprinkle a little extra mozzarella on top before baking.
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Crispier edges: Use a well-greased pan without liners.
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Dipping option: Serve with warm marinara sauce on the side.
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Make ahead: Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.