Wicked Good Pizza Muffins for Kids

Turn snack time into a fun-filled, flavor-packed adventure with these Wicked Good Pizza Muffins for Kids! Perfectly portioned for little hands, these cheesy, savory muffins combine all the beloved flavors of pizza—melty mozzarella, mini pepperoni, and zesty Italian seasoning—into a moist and tender muffin base. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, they’re an ideal option for busy weeknight dinners, school lunchboxes, or after-school snacks. With a hint of marinara sauce baked right into the batter and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a golden crust, these pizza muffins deliver a portable twist on a classic family favorite. Serve them warm for a gooey treat or enjoy at room temperature for on-the-go convenience. Kids will adore the fun, bite-sized format, while parents will love the simple and kid-approved recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Mini pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cup Pizza or marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or line with muffin liners.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, salt, and dried Italian seasoning.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese, mini pepperoni slices, and pizza or marinara sauce.

Step 7

Evenly divide the batter among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about three-fourths full.

Step 8

Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top of each muffin for an extra cheesy crust.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the muffin tin from the oven and allow the muffins to cool for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 11

Serve warm for a gooey, cheesy treat or cool completely and pack into lunchboxes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(870.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410.4

Total Fat 148.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.1g
Cholesterol 592.6mg	0%
Sodium 6320.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 91.2g	0%

Vitamin D 134.3IU	0%
Calcium 1387.0mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1372.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 29.4%