I discovered an interesting looking recipe in the March 2013 edition of Canadian Living magazine: Pizza Muffins! It looked simple enough to make and something my daughter could help me make. My kids love pizza so I was curious to see what they would think of their favourite food in a muffin form. It was a hit! These muffins smell just like pizza fresh out of the oven. I love that you can change up the toppings depending on your taste preferences. I think next time we make them we will add in some bacon and mushroom.
Pepperoni Pizza Muffins
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or corn oil)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup red pepper, diced
- 1/3 cup pepperoni, diced
Toppings:
- 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni, cut into smaller size pieces
- 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning and salt. Make a well in the centre. Whisk together oil, milk, eggs and pour into well. Stir until just moistened.
2. Stir in cheese, red pepper and pepperoni. Divide among 12 paper-lined muffin cups.
3. Sprinkle cheese over muffins. Top with pepperoni pieces and 1 tomato half, cut side up..
4. Bake in 375°F oven for about 25 minutes or until the tops are firm to the touch. Makes 12 muffins.
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Those are so creative! I love it!
This recipe is interesting. Thanks for sharing.
I can see my son devouring these like there is no tomorrow!
Pizza + muffins, sounds good to me!
Two of my favorite foods in one! I’ll have to make these.
Two of my favorite foods in one! I’ll have to make these.
These are so much fun! They’d make a great dinner for my grandkids served with a salad!
looks so good, nice for late night movie’s
that sounds so good!
Those are cool! I never would have thought of pizza muffins.
Yum they really look good. These would be nice and less messy for kids parties too. I will be making these for use one night. thanks for the recipe and pictures.
My brother will love these!
Great idea! My nephew will love these- i’ll add more veggies by using carrot puree and half the oil
This is a great idea! My granddaughter loves pizza. This would help keep her from making such a mess =D
Oh my gosh do these ever look and sound delicious!!
will definitely be trying this one. Thanks for sharing!
yummy!!
xo
Very clever recipe! I don’t have any pepperoni at home, but I may have to give these a try after my next shopping trip
These look interesting, I do like that you can switch up the ingredients
I love pizza and i love muffins. Will absolutely be trying this recipe out.
They look fantastic. I am making them right away, with my own ingredients. Thanks, Stacie!
I will have to try these,my grandkids love pizza.Thanks for the recipe.
THese sound good to me, Yummy
My first thought was Blech! But the muffins look so good in your photo, you made me reconsider. And after thinking about it, I think these would be a hit in our house. Thanks1
I am going to make these for packed lunches – there are so many variations to try too. I am going to throw in some spinach.
Super creative! I just had to check out this recipe because I have never seen anything like it. I love pizza so I think I’ll definitely try it.
I like pizza and I LOVE muffins, but I’m not sure I would like them merged together as one. I guess this is a recipe you actually have to make and taste before judging…
I’ve been looking for a good alternative to regular home made pizza. These sound delish! And easy for the kiddies to handle. Thank you!
My kids would love theses will definally be making.
Looks yummy! Thank you for the recipe
yummy i mite have to try this over the weekend
These look wonderful! Great for on the go and for bagged lunches, too! Thanks for the recipe!
I love pizza! And I think these are another great way to eat it! Thanks!
Would love to try this recipe. I can see this being a hit.
Yum I know what I’m making today!
Brilliant!
Brilliant!
Brilliant!
Saw this one too, tried it and loved it. So simple for a night when Dad is away and its just me and the kids.
I noticed this recipe in Canadian Living as well! I think it is a great idea! I have been meaning to try it. There are so many different possibilities for them! Lots of fun!
These look amazing!! Cant wait to give them a try!
These look amazing and they would be a perfect healthy snack choice.I think my grandchildren will love them.
Looks great! What a combo of food ideas!
Will be trying these out for sure, my daughter loves pizza and these would be great for sending in school lunch.
These look so good. My kids will love these. Thanks for sharing.
Pizza muffins sound like a great little snack or lite lunch for my shift work..
Made these, they are so convient and portable
What great easy after school snack for the kids. My grandkids are going to love this.
This looks great – easy to make and great for the lunch boxes!
These sound so good! I made something very similar a few months ago and they turned out very well. I made them in my mini muffin tins so they were bite size pizzas, and we dipped them in warm marinara sauce. The best part about them is that they freeze well, so you can make a big batch and keep them in the freezer for those nights when you don’t feel like cooking!