Description
Miniature pepperoni pizza delights bring classic Italian flavors to bite-sized perfection. Small circles of golden dough topped with zesty sauce, melted cheese, and spicy pepperoni create irresistible party snacks you’ll devour in seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Topping:
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni slices
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Main Dry Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup (90 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Whisk milk, egg, and melted butter in a separate container until perfectly blended.
- Gently incorporate dry ingredients into the liquid mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold half the mozzarella cheese into the batter, creating a smooth, even texture.
- Distribute a thin layer of batter across the bottom of each muffin cavity.
- Place a small spoonful of marinara sauce in the center of each batter-lined cup.
- Arrange a few mini pepperoni slices over the marinara sauce.
- Cover the pepperoni and sauce with remaining batter, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of each mini pizza.
- Add additional pepperoni slices for extra flavor and visual appeal.
- Slide the muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes to allow the mini pizzas to set.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve while still warm.
Notes
- Customize the texture by using whole wheat flour for a healthier twist, which adds nutty flavor and extra nutrients.
- Swap regular pepperoni with turkey pepperoni to reduce fat content without compromising taste, perfect for health-conscious eaters.
- Make these mini pizzas vegetarian by replacing pepperoni with diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or olives for a veggie-packed alternative.
- Prep the batter ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for quick assembly, making these mini pizzas an excellent make-ahead snack or party appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg