Pizza Cupcake
A Pizza Cupcake is the best of both worlds—they taste just like a mini pizza and a pizza muffin combined! Loaded with cheese, pepperoni, and all the pizza goodness you love, they’re a fun twist on traditional pizza. They’re perfect for party appetizers, game day, or a quick and fun dinner that kids will love!
Equipment
- 1 Muffin Pan 12-count
- 1 Muffin Pan (double recipe) 24-count
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce plus extra for topping
- 1 cup mini pepperoni divided
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese divided
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 small cubes about 1/2 inch of mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, olive oil, and pizza sauce until well combined.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and 3/4 cup of mini pepperoni.
- Fill each muffin cup halfway with batter.
- Place a cube of mozzarella in the center of each.Top with remaining batter, ensuring the cheese cube is covered.Sprinkle remaining shredded mozzarella and mini pepperoni on top.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until edges are golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing.
- Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
Pro Tip: For extra flavor, brush the tops of your Pizza Cupcakes with a little garlic butter or right before serving. It adds an extra layer of flavor!
Nutrition
Calories: 205kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 8gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 414mgPotassium: 107mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 240IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg
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