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Easy Mini Pizza Muffins Recipe for Quick Homemade Lunchbox Snacks

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These easy mini pizza muffins are quick to make, bite-sized, and perfect for lunchboxes. They combine classic pizza flavors in a convenient, homemade snack that kids and adults love.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (120 g) small-curd cottage cheese, well-drained
  • ½ cup (120 ml) milk (whole milk preferred, almond or oat milk optional)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup mini pepperoni slices (about 30 slices), optional
  • ½ cup (120 ml) tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your muffin tin well or line with paper liners to avoid sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the egg, then add milk and well-drained cottage cheese. Whisk until mostly smooth.
  4. Stir in the tomato sauce into the wet mixture.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Fold in shredded mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni slices carefully to distribute evenly.
  7. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, divide the batter evenly among 12 muffin cups, filling each about ¾ full.
  8. Sprinkle grated Parmesan on top of each muffin.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking at 18 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  10. Let the muffins rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Drain cottage cheese well to avoid sogginess. Use room temperature eggs and milk for smooth batter. Check oven early to prevent overbaking. Parmesan topping adds a crispy texture. Muffins can be made ahead and freeze well.

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