Mini Garlic Butter Pizza Cupcakes
These Garlic Butter Pizza Cupcakes are cheesy, saucy, and garlicky mini bites made in muffin tins. With a buttery crust, melty mozzarella, and mini pepperoni, they’re perfect for snacking or party appetizers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 pizza cupcakes 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup mini pepperoni
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs or parsley
- Optional: grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- Cut the dough into 12 squares and press each into the muffin cups, pressing up the sides.
- Fill each cup with 1–2 teaspoons of pizza sauce, then add mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni.
- In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic powder, and Italian herbs or parsley. Brush this mixture onto the tops and edges of the dough.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
- Top with grated Parmesan if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap pepperoni with veggies or turkey pepperoni for a lighter option.
- Great for kids’ lunchboxes or party trays.
- Use whole wheat dough and part-skim mozzarella for a healthier twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza cupcake
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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