Description
These Bite-Sized Pepperoni & Sausage Pizza Puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that’s perfect for parties or snacking. Packed with savory flavors and gooey cheese, these mini puffs are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 large egg
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup mini pepperoni (or chopped regular pepperoni)
- ½ cup cooked Italian sausage (crumbled and drained)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional)
- Warm marinara sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together milk and egg, then stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Fold in mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, Parmesan, and herbs if using.
- Fill Muffin Tin: Spoon the mixture evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden and puffed.
- Cool and Serve: Let cool for 5 minutes before removing from the pan. Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- These freeze well—reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer for a crispy finish.
- Customize with your favorite pizza toppings like olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
