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Cheesy Pizza Cupcakes

Cheesy Pizza Cupcakes
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Cheesy Pizza Cupcakes are a fun and portable twist on classic pizza, combining gooey melted cheese, tangy tomato sauce, savory pepperoni, and fresh herbs baked inside a soft pizza dough ‘cupcake’. Perfect for parties, snacks, or family gatherings, these bite-sized treats deliver all the delicious flavors of pizza in an easy-to-eat form.

Ingredients

Base

  • Pizza dough (enough to line muffin tin cups)

Sauce and Cheese

  • Tomato sauce (small spoonful per cupcake)
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese (enough to layer inside each cupcake)

Toppings

  • Pepperoni slices (several per cupcake)
  • Fresh basil or oregano (for garnish and flavor)

Finishing Touches

  • Grated Parmesan cheese (to sprinkle on top before baking)
  • Olive oil (for greasing muffin tin and drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick. Cut dough into circles slightly larger than muffin tin cavities to line the cups.
  2. Line the muffin tin: Generously grease muffin tin cups with olive oil to prevent sticking. Press each dough circle into a muffin cup, forming a shell that rises slightly up the sides.
  3. Add sauce and toppings: Spread a small spoonful of tomato sauce inside each dough-lined cup. Layer mozzarella cheese, pepperoni slices, and any additional desired toppings evenly.
  4. Bake the cupcakes: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake cupcakes for 15-20 minutes until dough is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Finish and serve: Remove cupcakes from oven and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs on top. Let cool for a few minutes before carefully removing from the tin to serve.

Notes

  • Use room temperature dough for easier handling and to avoid tearing.
  • Do not overload toppings to prevent sogginess and ensure even cooking.
  • Grease muffin tin well with olive oil or non-stick spray for easy cupcake removal.
  • Allow cupcakes to cool slightly before removing to maintain shape.
  • Customize cheese types to your preference, like mixing mozzarella with cheddar or provolone.

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