Best 6 Killer Pizza Muffins Recipes

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Calling all pizza lovers! Craving a quick and portable pizza fix? Look no further than these sensational pizza muffins! These delightful individual servings are bursting with mouthwatering flavors, making them the perfect on-the-go snack or party appetizer. Dive into the culinary journey of this recipe article, where you'll discover two enticing variations to satisfy every taste bud.

The first recipe showcases a classic pepperoni pizza muffin, featuring juicy pepperoni slices, melty mozzarella cheese, and a zesty tomato sauce, all wrapped in a fluffy muffin casing. For those who prefer a vegetarian delight, the second recipe offers a colorful veggie-packed pizza muffin, loaded with crisp bell peppers, succulent mushrooms, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, all harmoniously blended with aromatic herbs and spices.

Each recipe provides detailed instructions, ensuring that even novice bakers can whip up these pizza muffins effortlessly. Tips for achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures are generously shared, guiding you towards creating pizza muffins that are crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on this culinary adventure. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these delectable pizza muffins, and experience the joy of devouring a pizzeria-style treat in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PIZZA MUFFINS



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If you like pizza, here's a muffin recipe that combines many of the ingredients that make pizza taste so good.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes
2 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/4 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Drain tomatoes, reserving 1/4 cup liquid. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, oregano and salt. Combine the egg, butter, tomatoes and reserved juice. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Stir in 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. , Fill greased jumbo muffin cups two-thirds full. Sprinkle with the remaining cheeses. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pan for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 647mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

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These Pizza Muffins are loaded with flavor from all the cheese, pepperoni, and seasonings. They would be perfect for serving at a kid's birthday bash or a nice cocktail party.

Provided by Maegan - The BakerMama

Categories     Main

Time 1h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
pizza sauce for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 350°F. Grease 12 muffin cups with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir in both cheeses.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Stir in the pepperoni. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Divide batter among prepared muffin cups filling almost to the top. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle each muffin with chopped fresh basil. Let slightly cool in pan before removing.
  • Serve with warm pizza sauce for dipping.

CHICAGO DEEP-DISH PIZZA MUFFINS



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Put down the fork and knife... here's a Chicago deep-dish pizza that you can actually eat by holding it in your hands! A beautiful golden crust contains a meaty, cheesy, saucy filling with Italian sausage, sweet peppers, and 3 types of cheese. The sauce and cheese char slightly on the outside as they bake, resulting in a super savory taste.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Pizza

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (16 ounce) package cold, prepared pizza dough
4 ounces provolone cheese, diced
¾ cup cooked, crumbled Italian sausage
½ cup cooked, diced sweet peppers
4 ounces mozzarella cheese, grated
½ cup prepared pizza sauce
¾ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Generously grease a 12-cup standard muffin pan with 2 teaspoons oil.
  • Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch. Pick it up from the edges to make sure it's not stuck to the surface, then cut out twelve 4-inch circles. Reroll the dough to cut all 12 circles if necessary.
  • Place each circle into a prepared muffin cup, making sure it's centered. Press and push dough up the sides of the cups, getting close to, but not all the way up to the top. When all circles have been placed in the muffin pan, go around one more time to push and press on each one.
  • Put 1 tablespoon provolone cheese into each cup, followed by 1 tablespoon cooked sausage and 2 teaspoons cooked peppers. Lightly press on the fillings to compress, then top with 1 rounded tablespoon mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons pizza sauce, pushing the sauce down gently into the fillings; it's okay that the fillings will be slightly higher than the pan. Sprinkle Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese generously over top.
  • Bake in the upper center of the preheated oven until the tops are beautifully browned, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes. Go around the edge of each muffin with a knife, then use a fork or small spatula to remove from the pan.
  • Let cool on a rack for a few minutes, then garnish with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193.8 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 17.5 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 532.3 mg

PIZZA MUFFINS



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From my "Heart Healthy Cookbook" of delicious healthy recipes from Edina, MN in 1995. You can make these one at a time for a snack.

Provided by BeccaB3c

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 whole English muffins
8 tablespoons prego no-salt-added spaghetti sauce
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/4 green bell pepper, cut in thin strips
2 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Split open English muffins.
  • Toast until lightly browned.
  • Layer on each muffin half: 2 tablespoons sauce with garlic powder mixed in, mushrooms, green peppers, and 1/2 ounce of cheese.
  • Place on a cookie sheet and broil in oven until lightly browned and cheese melts.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 18.1, Sodium 419.1, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3, Protein 12.6

EASY PEPPERONI PIZZA MUFFINS



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Super easy mini pizzas - delicious and done in 20 minutes or less!

Provided by Johnna

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

cooking spray
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated buttermilk biscuit dough
10 tablespoons pizza sauce (such as Ragu® Homestyle)
10 slices pepperoni
10 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray 10 muffin cups with cooking spray.
  • Press biscuits, one at a time, between hands to flatten. Place each flattened biscuit in a muffin cup; press into bottom and up sides of muffin cup. Set aside for biscuit to settle and slightly rise, about 5 minutes. Lightly press biscuits into cups as needed.
  • Spoon 1 tablespoon pizza sauce into each biscuit; top each with 1 slice pepperoni and 1 tablespoon mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until biscuit is lightly browned and cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Remove each pizza from tin and place on a cooling rack, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.5 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 6.9 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 438.9 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PIZZA MUFFINS



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Sometimes I'll make soup or a salad for lunch or dinner and my kids are looking for an extra something to go with it. These pizza muffins have all the flavor of pizza, but are made with wholesome ingredients, including whole-grain flour and fresh tomato sauce, as well as minimal amounts of cheese. The best part is that they are portable and perfect for lunchboxes or picnics.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups whole wheat pastry flour, white whole wheat flour, or whole spelt flour (not GF), or King Arthur Gluten-Free Multi-Purpose Flour plus 1 1/2 teaspoons xanthan gum
1 tablespoon aluminum-free baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons unrefined cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon pure Grade A or B maple syrup
1 1/4 cups marinara sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
Grated pecorino, for topping

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 12-cup muffin pan with unbleached parchment liners or reusable silicone liners.
  • Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and oregano in a medium bowl to combine.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs, olive oil, buttermilk, maple syrup, and 1 cup of the marinara sauce, and stir. Add the mozzarella and stir to combine. Slowly stir in the dry mixture until just combined. Do not overbeat.
  • Using a large ice-cream scoop, divide the batter evenly between each muffin cup. Use the remaining 1/4 cup marinara sauce to top each muffin with 1 teaspoon of sauce, then sprinkle with pecorino.
  • Bake for 20 to 22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan and then transfer to a wire rack to completely cool.

Tips:

  • Prepare the dough ahead: You can make the dough up to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap. This saves time on busy days.
  • Use your favorite pizza toppings: The great thing about this recipe is that you can use whatever toppings you like. Get creative and make it your own!
  • Don't overcrowd the muffin cups: Fill each cup about 2/3 full with dough to allow room for rising. If you overfill the cups, the muffins will overflow and make a mess.
  • Bake the muffins until golden brown: The muffins are done baking when they are golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Serve the muffins warm: These muffins are best served warm, right out of the oven. You can also reheat them in the microwave or toaster oven.

Conclusion:

These killer pizza muffins are a quick, easy, and delicious way to enjoy your favorite pizza flavors. They're perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick weeknight meal. With endless topping possibilities, you can customize these muffins to suit your own taste. So next time you're craving pizza, give these muffins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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