Description
Delicious and easy-to-make Pizza Puffs that are perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or game day snacks. These mini pizza bites combine a flavorful batter with mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, pepperoni, and optional veggies, baked to golden perfection and served warm with pizza sauce for dipping.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Fillings
- 1 cup mini pepperoni or chopped regular pepperoni
- 1/2 cup finely chopped bell pepper or mushrooms (optional)
Others
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce (for dipping)
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasonings.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Stir in the whole milk and large egg into the dry mixture until just combined, forming a batter without overmixing.
- Add Fillings: Gently fold in shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, pepperoni, and optional finely chopped bell peppers or mushrooms, ensuring even distribution without deflating the batter.
- Rest Batter: Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld and the leavening agents to activate slightly.
- Fill Muffin Cups: Spoon the batter into the greased mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full to allow space for rising.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the pizza puffs turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the puffs to cool slightly in the pan before removing. Serve warm with pizza sauce for dipping for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- These pizza puffs are perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or game day snacks.
- You can swap pepperoni for cooked sausage, ham, or make the recipe vegetarian by omitting meat.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
