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Crispy Mini Pepperoni Pizza Muffins

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These bite-sized pizza muffins combine crispy edges, melted mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and golden crust for a quick, easy, and delicious snack or lunchbox treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup (50g) mini pepperoni slices
  • 1 ½ cups (150g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup (120ml) pizza sauce
  • ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: red pepper flakes to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil or non-stick spray.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12×12 inch (30×30 cm) square about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
  3. Cut the dough into 12 squares and gently press each into the muffin tin cups, covering bottom and sides evenly without stretching too thin.
  4. Spoon about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of pizza sauce into each dough cup, spreading slightly but leaving edges clear.
  5. Add about 1 tablespoon (10g) shredded mozzarella and 5-6 mini pepperoni slices per muffin. Sprinkle a pinch of Italian herbs and salt on each.
  6. Top each muffin with about 1 teaspoon (5g) grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Brush the exposed dough edges lightly with olive oil.
  8. Bake on the middle rack for 18-22 minutes until dough is golden and crispy and cheese is bubbly. Watch edges to avoid burning.
  9. Let muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before removing carefully with a spatula or knife.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

If cheese browns too fast, tent muffin tin with foil halfway through baking. Avoid overcrowding pepperoni to prevent soggy dough. Use gluten-free dough and dairy-free cheese for dietary adaptations. Reheat leftovers in oven or toaster oven for best texture; microwaving may cause sogginess.

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