Wicked Good Pizza Muffins for Kids
Turn snack time into a fun-filled, flavor-packed adventure with these Wicked Good Pizza Muffins for Kids! Perfectly portioned for little hands, these cheesy, savory muffins combine all the beloved flavors of pizza—melty mozzarella, mini pepperoni, and zesty Italian seasoning—into a moist and tender muffin base. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, they’re an ideal option for busy weeknight dinners, school lunchboxes, or after-school snacks. With a hint of marinara sauce baked right into the batter and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a golden crust, these pizza muffins deliver a portable twist on a classic family favorite. Serve them warm for a gooey treat or enjoy at room temperature for on-the-go convenience. Kids will adore the fun, bite-sized format, while parents will love the simple and kid-approved recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Mini pepperoni slices
- 0.5 cup Pizza or marinara sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line with muffin liners.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and dried Italian seasoning.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese, mini pepperoni slices, and pizza or marinara sauce.
Evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-fourths full.
Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top of each muffin for an extra cheesy crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serve warm for a gooey, cheesy treat or cool completely and pack into lunchboxes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2410 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.9 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.6 g | 373% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 593 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 6320 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.7 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.2 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1387 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1372 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
