Packed with Italian flavors and made with simple ingredients, these pizza muffins are a versatile addition to your family's favorite recipes.
This recipe was inspired by Mini Zucchini Pizza Bites, Easy Homemade Wholewheat Pizza and Best Healthy Snack Ideas For Toddlers.
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Why we love this recipe
- Packed with Italian flavors and made with simple ingredients that are nutritious
- Quick snack but also a versatile addition to your family's favorite recipes.
- Ideal choice for school lunches, quick dinners, or an addition to your next pizza night.
- Caters to the pickiest of eaters
- Great for baby-led weaning
Ingredients
To make these little muffins, you will need the following pizza ingredients:
- Whole Wheat Flour: Packed with nutrients, whole wheat flour adds a wholesome touch to your muffins, providing a fiber boost.
- Purpose Flour: A versatile addition, purpose flour ensures a soft and fluffy texture, making these muffins a delightful treat.
- Baking Powder: This leavening agent contributes to the muffins' rise, resulting in a light and airy texture.
- Oregano and Basil: Italian seasoning at its finest! Oregano and basil infuse the muffins with the aromatic flavors reminiscent of a classic pizza.
- Salt: Enhances the overall taste and brings out the flavors of other ingredients.
- Eggs: The binding agent that gives the muffins structure and stability.
- Olive Oil: Adds richness and a hint of Mediterranean flavor to the muffins.
- Yogurt: Moisture is key, and yogurt provides the perfect balance for a tender crumb and protein.
- Carrots: Sneak in some veggies for added nutrition and a pop of color.
- Mozzarella Cheese: The star of any pizza, mozzarella cheese lends gooey goodness to each bite.
- Parmesan Cheese: Intensifies the cheesy goodness and adds a savory kick.
How To Make This Recipe - Step by Step
To make these cheese pizza muffins, follow these simple steps:
- Preheat the oven to 180 C or 350 F.
- Beat the eggs and add them to a large bowl.
- Add the grated carrot, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, yogurt, and olive oil to the eggs.
- In a separate bowl, mix all of the dry ingredients together.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, whisking them until you get a muffin batter.
- Fill each muffin liner with the pizza batter until ¾ filled.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Allow settling for about a minute before taking out of the muffin tin.
Savory Muffins Additions
If you're looking to add a twist to this classic pizza muffin recipe, why not try some of our favorite additions
- Experiment with your favorite pizza toppings like bell pepper, black olives, or even mini pepperoni for a personalized touch.
- Brush a little garlic butter on top for an extra burst of flavor.
Variations for Picky Eaters
- Try making mini muffins for a bite-sized version perfect for school snacks or as appetizers for your next game day gathering.
- Substitute whole wheat flour with crescent roll dough for a different texture.
How To Store Cheesy Muffins
- Store in an airtight container to keep the muffins fresh.
- Freeze extras in a freezer bag for a convenient grab-and-go option.
FAQ
To really get the best taste, pizza muffins are best served warm. Make sure they're not too hot from the oven but also not fully cooled down to room temperature.
Of course. I try not to add ham, pepperoni, italian sausage or smoked meat because it does contain a lot of salt and additives but if you want to enhance the taste of your muffins, feel free to add some to your liking.
They most certainly are. They are a great addition to a lunch box but also an easy dinner for the whole family to enjoy.
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How To Make Easy Pizza Muffins
EQUIPMENT
- Silicone 6 Muffin Pan
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon basil
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup olive oil
- ½ cup yogurt
- 2 carrots grated
- ½ cup Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180℃ or 350℉.
- Beat the eggs and add them to a large mixing bowl.
- Add the grated carrot, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, yogurt and olive oil to the eggs.
- In a separate bowl, mix all of the dry ingredients together.
- Join the wet and dry ingredients and whisk them until you get a muffin batter.
- Fill each muffin liner with the pizza batter until it is ¾ filled.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Allow to settle for about a minute before taking out of the muffin tin.
- Let it fully cool before serving.
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