Description
These Pizza Cupcakes are a fun twist on traditional pizza, baked in a muffin tin for a cute and convenient snack or appetizer. Perfect for parties or a tasty treat any day!
Ingredients
Pizza Cupcakes:
- 1 (16-ounce) can refrigerated pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mini pepperoni or diced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Nonstick spray or oil for greasing
- Optional toppings like chopped olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Roll and Fill: Roll out the pizza dough, cut into squares, and press into muffin cups. Fill each cup with sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and toppings.
- Bake: Sprinkle with Parmesan and Italian seasoning. Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Cool for 5 minutes, then carefully remove from the tin. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use crescent roll dough for a flakier texture.
- These freeze well—reheat in the oven until warmed through.
- Customize with your favorite pizza toppings.
