Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Pizza Puffs are perfect bite-sized appetizers loaded with mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasonings, baked to golden perfection. Ideal for parties, snacks, or kid-friendly treats, these mini pizza muffins come with a side of pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
Add-ins
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni or chopped regular pepperoni
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
For Serving
- 1/4 cup pizza sauce (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the whole milk and egg until fully blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the batter light.
- Fold in Add-ins: Carefully fold in shredded mozzarella, pepperoni, grated Parmesan, and the optional bell pepper and onion, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Rest the Batter: Allow the batter to rest for 5 minutes; this helps it thicken slightly for better texture.
- Spoon Batter into Muffin Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the puffs are well risen and golden brown on top.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pizza puffs cool slightly in the pan before carefully removing. Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Customize by swapping pepperoni for cooked sausage, diced mushrooms, or olives.
- These puffs freeze well; reheat in the oven or air fryer for a quick snack.
