Savory Pizza Muffins (Printer-Friendly Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 150g all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tsp baking powder
03 - ½ tsp salt

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 100 ml milk
05 - 1 large egg
06 - 50g melted butter

→ Fillings and Toppings

07 - 100g mozzarella cheese, shredded
08 - 50g mini pepperoni slices
09 - 100g marinara sauce
10 - Fresh basil, chopped for garnish

# Let's Cook!:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, egg, and melted butter. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
02 - Grease a muffin tin. Spoon a small layer of the batter into each muffin cup, filling it about halfway. Add a teaspoon of marinara sauce and a few mini pepperoni slices on top of the batter. Cover with more batter until the muffin cups are about ¾ full. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and add a couple of mini pepperoni slices on top for extra flavor and texture.
03 - Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
04 - Once baked, let the muffins cool slightly in the tin before transferring them to a wire rack. Garnish with freshly chopped basil for a pop of color and freshness. Serve warm.

# Cook's Notes:

01 - Customization: Feel free to mix up the fillings by adding different pizza toppings like sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, or cooked sausage.
02 - Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes to regain their crispiness.
03 - Serving Suggestions: These pizza muffins are great served with extra marinara sauce for dipping!