Description
English Muffin Pizzas are a quick, easy, and delicious treat perfect for a fast lunch, snack, or kid-friendly meal. Using split English muffins as the base, topped with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings, these mini pizzas bake to a crispy, cheesy perfection in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 4 English muffins, split
Sauce & Cheese
- 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasoning & Toppings
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 16–20 slices pepperoni or other toppings (optional)
- Olive oil spray or brush (optional)
- Chopped fresh basil or red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Muffin Bases: Place the split English muffin halves cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Optionally, spray or brush lightly with olive oil to achieve a crispier crust upon baking.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Spread about 1–2 tablespoons of pizza sauce evenly on each muffin half. Then sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce on all halves.
- Add Toppings and Seasoning: Arrange pepperoni slices or your preferred toppings on top of the cheese. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and garlic powder over the pizzas for added flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the edges of the English muffins are crisp and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the mini pizzas cool slightly. Garnish with fresh chopped basil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired. Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Customize with any toppings you like such as veggies, sausage, pineapple, olives, or any other favorites.
- For extra crispiness, toast the English muffin halves lightly before adding sauce and toppings.
- These mini pizzas are great for kids, quick snacks, or an easy lunch option.
- Use whole wheat English muffins for added fiber and nutrition.
