Description
Zesty english muffin pizza delivers a quick culinary adventure that merges classic comfort with playful Italian-inspired flavors. Perfect for speedy weeknight dinners, you can enjoy this simple yet satisfying meal in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 8 English muffins
- 1.5 cups (354 ml) mozzarella cheese, shredded
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1 cup (237 ml) tomato or pizza sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Optional Toppings:
- Pepperoni
- Vegetables
- Cooked sausage
Instructions
- Prepare a baking tray and arrange the English muffin halves with the cut side facing upward, creating a perfect base for miniature pizzas.
- Generously coat each muffin half with a smooth layer of vibrant pizza sauce, ensuring complete coverage to enhance the flavor profile.
- Sprinkle dried Italian herbs over the sauce to elevate the taste, creating an aromatic foundation for the mini pizzas.
- Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese evenly across the sauce-covered muffin surfaces, creating a rich and creamy layer.
- Customize each muffin with desired pizza toppings, allowing for individual creativity and flavor combinations.
- Transfer the prepared muffin pizzas into a preheated oven set at 350°F (175°C), positioning the tray in the center for consistent heating.
- Monitor the pizzas during baking, watching for the cheese to melt completely and develop a golden, slightly crispy texture.
- Remove from the oven after 20-25 minutes, ensuring the cheese is bubbling and the edges are lightly browned.
- Allow the mini pizzas to cool for a few minutes, which helps the cheese set and prevents burning the mouth.
- Serve immediately and enjoy these quick, personalized pizza treats.
Notes
- Customize toppings with personal favorites like pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, or ham to make each mini pizza unique and exciting.
- Toast English muffins lightly before adding sauce to prevent sogginess and enhance the crispy texture of the base.
- Swap regular mozzarella for low-fat or dairy-free cheese alternatives to accommodate different dietary needs without compromising flavor.
- Add fresh herbs like basil or oregano after baking to boost the aromatic profile and bring a burst of freshness to the mini pizzas.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg