Craving a delicious and wallet-friendly meal that screams summer fun? Look no further! These incredible homemade mini pizzas are about to transform your ordinary English muffins into a mouthwatering culinary masterpiece that will have kids and adults alike begging for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create restaurant-quality pizzas right in your own kitchen, proving that gourmet doesn't have to mean expensive.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 mini pizzas
Ingredients
- 4 English muffins, split
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
- 1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Carefully split the English muffins in half using a fork or knife, creating 8 individual pizza bases. Place them cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet.
- Using a spoon, spread approximately 2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly over each muffin half, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce, covering almost the entire surface of each mini pizza base.
- Distribute pepperoni slices evenly across the cheese layer. If using olives, add them sparingly between the pepperoni slices.
- Gently dust the top of each mini pizza with Italian seasoning to enhance the flavor profile.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and starts to bubble, and the edges of the English muffins turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let the mini pizzas cool for 2-3 minutes to prevent burning. The cheese will be extremely hot.
- Transfer to a serving plate, cut in half if desired, and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Tips
- • Use a fork to split English muffins for a more rustic, uneven texture that captures sauce and cheese beautifully • Parchment paper is your secret weapon for easy cleanup and preventing sticking • Don't overload toppings - less is more to ensure crispy, evenly cooked mini pizzas • Let pizzas cool for a few minutes to prevent burning your mouth on molten cheese • Experiment with different toppings like ham, bell peppers, or even pineapple for variety • For extra crispy edges, brush muffin sides with a little olive oil before adding toppings
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 35mg
