Kid Friendly Budget Friendly Simple Mock Pizza
Turn dinner into a fun, family-friendly event with this Kid-Friendly Budget-Friendly Simple Mock Pizza recipe! Perfect for picky eaters and packed with customizable toppings, these mini pizzas are made with English muffins as the base for a quick and affordable twist on a traditional favorite. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe features tangy pizza sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, and savory pepperoni slices, with the option to add your favorite vegetables or pineapple for a creative touch. Lightly brushed with olive oil and sprinkled with Italian seasoning, these bite-sized delights bake to crispy, golden perfection in no time. Ideal for busy weeknights or kid-approved meal prep, these easy mock pizzas are sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 whole English muffins
- 1 cup Pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 16 pieces Pepperoni slices
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0 to taste Optional toppings (e.g. chopped vegetables, pineapple, etc.)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Split the English muffins in half to create 8 pieces, then place them cut side up on a baking sheet.
Step 3
Lightly brush the cut side of each English muffin half with olive oil. This helps create a crispier base.
Step 4
Spread about 2 tablespoons of pizza or marinara sauce over each English muffin half, covering the surface evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each muffin half, dividing it evenly among the 8 pieces.
Step 6
Top each with 2 pepperoni slices or any other desired toppings, such as diced vegetables or pineapple chunks.
Step 7
Sprinkle a pinch of dried Italian seasoning over each mock pizza to enhance the flavor.
Step 8
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the muffins are golden brown.
Step 9
Carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the mock pizzas cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Enjoy your kid-friendly, budget-friendly mock pizzas hot and fresh!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (895.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1907.0 |
| Total Fat 86.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 171.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4465.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 213.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 44.6g | |
| Protein 69.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1361.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1021.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories