Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Puffs
These Easy Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Puffs are a fantastic way to enjoy the flavors of pizza in a convenient, bite-sized form. Perfect for snacks, appetizers, or a fun meal option. Enjoy every cheesy, pepperoni-filled bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar, or a mix)
- ¾ cup mini pepperoni or cooked sausage
- ½ red or green pepper, finely diced
- ¾ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ cup milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 mozzarella cheese strings
- ½ cup store-bought pizza sauce
- Grease for muffin pan
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a muffin pan thoroughly.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the milk and beaten egg until well combined.
- Fold in the shredded cheese, diced pepper, and mini pepperoni (or cooked sausage). Let the mixture sit for 10 minutes.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the muffin wells. Cut each mozzarella cheese string into 3 pieces and gently press one piece into the center of each muffin.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until the muffins are lightly browned and puffed up.
- Enjoy your pizza puffs warm, with a side of heated pizza sauce for dipping.
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg