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Lunchbox Pizza Muffins

Lunchbox Pizza Muffins: Fun, Flavorful Bites for Kids

Lunchbox Pizza Muffins are fun, flavorful bites packed with pizza goodness, perfect for kids' breakfasts or lunches.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Muffin Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup olive oil
For the Pizza Flavor
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup diced pepperoni or turkey pepperoni
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup bell peppers finely diced
  • 1 cup olives chopped, optional
Topping (Optional)
  • ½ cup marinara sauce for dipping or drizzling

Equipment

  • Muffin tin
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tin.
  2. Mix together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of milk, 2 eggs, and ¼ cup of olive oil.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, ½ cup of diced pepperoni, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
  6. Spoon batter into muffin tins, filling each cup ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let cool before removing muffins from the tin.

Nutrition

Serving: 1muffinCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Bake these muffins in advance and freeze them for quick meals. Customize toppings according to kids' preferences and serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

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