Looking for a fun, delicious, and kid-approved snack or lunchbox idea? These Cheesy Mini Pizza Muffins are a guaranteed hit with little ones! Bite-sized, customizable, and packed with gooey cheese and classic pizza flavor — these muffins are perfect for school lunches, after-school snacks, or even parties. They’re freezer-friendly too, so you can make a batch ahead of time and always have them ready to go.
Best Cheesy Mini Pizza Muffins (Kids’ Favorite Snack!)
Description
These mini pizza muffins combine all the flavors of pizza into a soft, cheesy muffin that's easy to hold, eat, and love! Ideal for kids and grown-ups alike.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
Wet Ingredients:
Add-ins:
Topping (Optional):
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk egg, milk, and pizza sauce until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in pepperoni and cheeses.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin tin cups.
- Top with extra cheese or mini pepperoni if desired.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the tin and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 140kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7g11%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 35mg12%
- Sodium 320mg14%
- Potassium 90mg3%
- Total Carbohydrate 13g5%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 1.5g
- Protein 6g12%
- Calcium 110 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
- Freezer Tips: Let muffins cool completely before freezing in a single layer. Store in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.
- To Reheat: Microwave for 30–45 seconds or warm in a toaster oven.
- Customization: Swap out pepperoni for veggies, cooked sausage, or chicken. Great way to sneak in finely chopped spinach or bell peppers!
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