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Easy Freezer-Friendly Pizza Lunch Box Muffins

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These pizza muffins are quick, easy, and freezer-friendly, perfect for busy weekdays, lunch boxes, or snacks. They feature a crispy edge with a tender, cheesy center and classic pizza flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup milk (180 ml), room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ½ cup pizza sauce (120 ml)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (100 g)
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (25 g)
  • ½ cup chopped pepperoni slices (50 g) (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme mix)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Optional toppings: chopped bell peppers, olives, fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, dried Italian herbs, garlic powder, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, olive oil, and egg until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Fold in pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella, and grated Parmesan cheese gently.
  6. Fold in chopped pepperoni or chosen toppings.
  7. Spoon the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
  8. Bake on the middle rack for 18–22 minutes until golden on top and a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let muffins cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  10. Once fully cooled, freeze in airtight containers or enjoy warm.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep muffins tender. Use room temperature ingredients for better rise. Freeze muffins in a single layer before transferring to containers to avoid sticking. Reheat in toaster oven or conventional oven for best texture.

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