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Easy Pizza Muffins (Toddler-Friendly Lunchbox & Picnic Recipe)

Easy Pizza Muffins (Toddler-Friendly Lunchbox & Picnic Recipe)

These easy Pizza Muffins are soft, cheesy, and packed with classic pizza flavors that kids love. Made with mozzarella, tomato sauce, and your favorite toppings, they’re perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, after-school snacks, or even a quick dinner. Best of all, they taste just as delicious cold, which makes them ideal for busy families on the go.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Lunch, Picnic Food, Snack
Cuisine American, Italian-inspired
Servings 12 pizza muffins
Calories 165 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 250 gr all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp Italian seasoning
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 250 ml milk
  • 60 ml olive oil
  • 60 gr tomato sauce or pizza sauce

Mix-Ins

  • 170 gr shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup diced pepperoni

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the Oven
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan or line it with paper liners.
  • Combine the Dry Ingredients
    In a large bowl, whisk together:
    flour,baking powder,garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt
    Mix until evenly combined.
  • Mix the Wet Ingredients
    In another bowl, whisk together:
    eggs, milk, olive oil, tomato sauce
    Stir until smooth.
  • Make the Batter
    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients.
    Mix gently until almost combined.
    Fold in the mozzarella, pepperoni, and any vegetables you're using.
    Avoid overmixing, as this can make the muffins dense.
  • Fill the Muffin Pan
    Divide the batter evenly between the muffin cups, filling each about three-quarters full.
    Sprinkle a little extra mozzarella on top if desired.
  • Bake
    Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the tops are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool and Serve
    Allow the muffins to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
    Serve warm or cold.

Notes

Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.
 
Nutritional Facts/Muffins:
Calories: 165 kcal| Protein: 7g | Carbohydrates: 16g  Fat: 8g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Sodium: 240mg
Nutrition values are approximate and may vary depending on ingredients used.