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    Arif-By Arif-May 15, 2025Updated:June 16, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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    Freshly baked golden pizza muffins in purple muffin tin
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    Hey there, food friends! Today, I want to share one of my favorite recipes that’s perfect for a quick snack, lunchbox treat, or even a laid-back dinner: Pizza Muffins. These little bites pack all the hearty flavors of pizza into a handy muffin form. They’re just right for those busy days when you want something tasty but easy to make.

    Freshly baked golden pizza muffins in purple muffin tin

    Why Pizza Muffins? A Quick Backstory

    Pizza muffins are basically pizza, but in muffin shape. Imagine all your favorite pizza flavors—tomato, cheese, herbs, and savory toppings—rolled into one quick-bake snack. This recipe combines fresh tomato purée for a tangy punch, olive oil for richness, and spinach for a fresh green twist. Plus, diced ham adds a nice savory note without stealing the show.

    If you want a snack that’s easy, fresh, and delicious, this recipe is for you.

    Recipe Snapshot

    • Total time: About 30 minutes (10 minutes prep + 15-20 minutes baking)
    • Yield: 12 muffins — great for sharing or meal prepping
    • Skill level: Beginner-friendly
    • Equipment:
      • 12-cup muffin tray (non-stick or greased)
      • Mixing bowls
      • Whisk and spatula
      • Measuring cups and spoons

    If you don’t have a muffin tray, silicone cups or small ramekins can work. Just keep an eye on baking time.

    You can make these ahead, store in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave when hungry.

    Pizza muffins cooling on wire rack after baking

    Ingredients

    Let’s keep it simple but tasty:

    • 400g tomato purée – smooth and rich, no added sugar
    • ½ cup olive oil – extra virgin for flavor and moisture
    • 1 egg – room temperature, acts as a binder
    • 2 cups plain flour – all-purpose works well
    • 3 tsp baking powder – for that fluffiness
    • ¼ tsp salt – balances everything
    • 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
    • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese – meltiness is key!
    • ½ cup diced ham – swap for chicken, turkey, or veggies if you like
    • ½ cup baby spinach – chopped and well-drained
    Pizza muffin ingredients laid out - flour, cheese, vegetables, sauce

    Step-by-Step Guide

    Let’s cook this together, step by step.

    1. Preheat & Prep

    Set your oven to 180°C (360°F). Grease your muffin tray well with oil or non-stick spray. This keeps your muffins from sticking. Paper liners work too but greasing is best here.

    2. Mix Wet Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk tomato purée, olive oil, and egg until smooth and glossy. You’ll see the batter turn red and smell that classic pizza sauce fragrance — yum!

    3. Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and Italian herbs. Whisk well so everything is evenly spread.

    Sifting flour into glass bowl for pizza muffin batter
    Flour and herbs mixed in glass bowl for pizza muffins
    Whisking dry ingredients for pizza muffin recipe

    4. Bring Wet and Dry Together

    Pour the wet mix into the dry. Fold gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter should be thick and a little lumpy. Don’t overmix — that’ll make your muffins tough.

    Adding pizza sauce to flour mixture in glass bowl
    Pouring oil into pizza muffin batter mixture
    Adding egg to pizza muffin batter
    Adding egg to pizza muffin batter with whisk
    Whisking orange pizza muffin batter until combined

    5. Add Your Pizza Goodies

    Fold in grated cheese, ham, and spinach carefully. Spot the green bits and cheesy pockets? That’s where the magic happens.

    Pizza muffin ingredients in bowl with fresh greens and vegetables
    Adding shredded cheddar cheese to pizza muffin mixture
    Sliced green olives being added to pizza muffin ingredients
    Mixing shredded mozzarella cheese into pizza muffin batter
    Combining pizza muffin ingredients with wooden spoon in glass bowl

    6. Fill the Muffin Tray

    Spoon the batter evenly into the cups, filling about three-quarters full. If you want, sprinkle a little extra cheese or herbs on top.

    Greased muffin tin prepared for pizza muffin baking
    Scooping pizza muffin mixture into muffin tin cups
    Filling muffin tin with pizza muffin batter using ice cream scoop
    Portioning pizza muffin batter into individual muffin tin sections

    7. Bake

    Pop the tray in the oven for about 15 minutes. Use a toothpick to check — if it comes out clean or with a few crumbs, the muffins are done. Golden tops and a slight springiness mean perfect muffins.

    Muffin tin filled with unbaked pizza muffin mixture
    Pizza muffin batter ready for oven baking in muffin tin
    Sprinkling extra cheese on top of pizza muffins before baking
    Adding final cheese topping to pizza muffins in muffin tin
    Golden baked pizza muffins fresh from oven in muffin tin

    8. Cool & Enjoy

    Let them cool for 5 minutes in the tray, then transfer to a wire rack or serve warm. The smell alone will have you reaching for one right away. Serve with marinara or just enjoy as they are.

    Pizza muffins cooling in muffin tin and on wire rack

    Variations & Tips

    • Gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
    • Vegan: Use vegan cheese, skip the ham, add mushrooms or roasted veggies.
    • Spicy: Toss in red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños.
    • Fancy: Try sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, or a pesto swirl on top.
    • Seasonal: Swap spinach for kale or add fresh tomatoes and basil in summer.
    Homemade pizza muffins cooling on black wire rack

    Serving & Storage Advice

    • Serve warm with marinara or garlic aioli. Great with salads or roasted veggies.
    • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Freeze in a single layer before bagging for up to 3 months.
    • Reheat in the oven at 180°C (350°F) for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 30-45 seconds. Avoid over-microwaving.
    Baked pizza muffins with melted cheese in muffin tin
    Golden brown pizza muffins fresh from oven

    Scaling Table for Ingredients

    ServingsFlour (cups)Tomato Purée (g)Olive Oil (cups)EggsCheese (cups)Ham (cups)Spinach (cups)Baking Powder (tsp)
    61200¼½½¼¼1.5
    122400½11½½3
    244800122116

    I hope you enjoy making these easy, tasty pizza muffins as much as I do! They’re a perfect mix of convenience and classic flavors — great whether you’re just starting out or love to cook.

    Happy baking!

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    These pizza muffins bring classic pizza flavors into a handy, bite-sized treat. They’re perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or a simple dinner. Soft, cheesy, with a hint of herbs and a touch of spinach, these muffins bake up fast and freeze well for busy days.

    • Author: Arif-
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 12 muffins 1x
    • Category: Snack / Light meal
    • Cuisine: Italian-inspired

    Ingredients

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    • 400g tomato purée (smooth, no added sugar)
    • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 large egg, room temperature
    • 2 cups plain (all-purpose) flour
    • 3 tsp baking powder
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
    • 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
    • ½ cup diced ham
    • ½ cup finely chopped baby spinach, well drained

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 180°C (360°F). Grease a 12-cup muffin tray lightly with olive oil.
    2. Whisk wet ingredients: In a bowl, combine tomato purée, olive oil, and egg until smooth.
    3. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and dried herbs.
    4. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed. Batter will be thick and slightly lumpy.
    5. Fold in grated cheese, diced ham, and chopped spinach without overmixing.
    6. Fill muffin cups about ¾ full with batter. Optionally, sprinkle extra cheese or herbs on top.
    7. Bake for 15 minutes, then check doneness with a toothpick. Bake up to 5 minutes longer if needed.
    8. Cool for 5 minutes before removing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

    Notes

    Serving Suggestions:
    Enjoy warm with marinara sauce or garlic aioli. Pair with salad or roasted veggies for a wholesome meal.

    Tips & Tricks:

    • Don’t overmix the batter to keep muffins tender.
    • Well-drained spinach prevents sogginess.
    • Use paper liners if preferred, but greasing works best for savory muffins.

    Storage & Reheating:

    • Store muffins in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
    • Freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.
    • Reheat in a 180°C (350°F) oven for 8-10 minutes or microwave 30-45 seconds. Avoid overheating to keep texture soft.

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