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Crispy Cheesy Pizza Muffins with Pepperoni

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These crispy cheesy pizza muffins with pepperoni are a quick and easy snack that combines gooey cheese, spicy pepperoni, and a crispy crust for a nostalgic and delicious treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (56 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cups (150 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup (about 30 slices) pepperoni slices, chopped
  • ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup (120 ml) pizza sauce

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tin lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, eggs, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry mix, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, and chopped pepperoni slices gently.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  7. Add a teaspoon of pizza sauce into the center of each muffin and swirl gently with a toothpick or knife.
  8. Sprinkle extra grated Parmesan on top of each muffin.
  9. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to prevent sogginess.
  11. Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Notes

[‘Use room temperature eggs and milk for better mixing and rise.’, ‘Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough muffins.’, ‘Use real butter for richer flavor and crispier crust.’, ‘Distribute cheese and pepperoni evenly for balanced flavor in every bite.’, ‘Bake immediately after mixing for best rise and texture.’, ‘Broil for 1-2 minutes at the end if muffins are not browning enough on top.’, ‘Store cooled muffins in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.’, ‘Reheat in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes for best texture or microwave for 30 seconds for a quick fix.’]

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Keywords: pizza muffins, cheesy muffins, pepperoni snacks, easy pizza recipe, kid-friendly snacks, quick baking, savory muffins

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