Pizza Puffs Done in Muffin Pan
Muffin pan pizza puffs are a delightful twist on traditional pizza, offering a convenient and customizable snack or meal option. Perfect for game nights, lunches, or appetizers, these puffs combine the irresistible flavors of pizza in a fun, bite-sized form. Using simple ingredients and a muffin pan, you can create savory puffs that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, ready to be enjoyed by all.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cooking Time
15-20 minutes
Servings
This recipe makes 6 servings.
Ingredients
- Puff pastry sheets, 2 (about 450g or 1 pound)
- Pizza sauce, 1 cup (240ml)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese, 2 cups (about 200g or 7 ounces)
- Sliced pepperoni, 1 cup (about 130g or 4.5 ounces)
- Diced bell pepper, 1/2 cup (about 75g or 2.6 ounces)
- Oregano, 1 teaspoon (about 1g or 0.03 ounces)
- Butter or cooking spray, for greasing
Method
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Optionally, place the muffin pan in the oven to preheat for even baking.
- Grease each cavity of the muffin pan with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut the puff pastry sheets into squares that will fit into the muffin pan cavities. Line each cavity with a puff pastry square.
- Spoon a generous layer of pizza sauce into each pastry-lined cavity.
- Add a sprinkle of diced bell pepper and a few slices of pepperoni to each.
- Sprinkle oregano over the toppings.
- Top each puff with a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pizza puffs turn golden brown and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Muffin pan pizza puffs are a game-changer for pizza lovers looking for a fun and convenient way to enjoy their favorite flavors. With a crispy puff pastry crust and customizable fillings, these puffs are perfect for any occasion. Remember to experiment with different toppings and serve warm for that perfect cheese pull. Enjoy every bite of these easy-to-make, satisfying treats.
Nutritional Information (Approx)
- Calories: Approximately 400
- Protein: 15g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg