Description
These Bite-Sized Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza Puffs are a delicious mini version of pizza in a muffin form. Perfect for parties, snacks, or a fun twist on traditional pizza night.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1/3 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
- warm pizza sauce, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the milk and egg until just combined.
- Add Cheese and Meats: Fold in the mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, sausage, and herbs if using.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then remove from the muffin tin. Serve warm with warm pizza sauce for dipping.
Notes
- These freeze well—just reheat in the oven or air fryer for a quick snack.
- Feel free to swap in your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
