Easy Pizza Cupcakes: The Perfect Handheld Crowd-Pleaser
What if you could have all the cheesy, saucy goodness of pizza in a bite-sized, portable snack? These easy pizza cupcakes are the answer. Made with crescent rolls, your favorite toppings, and plenty of melty mozzarella, they bake up golden and irresistible in just about 15 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner, an after-school snack, or a party appetizer, these little pizza cups check all the boxes.
Pizza Cupcakes
What I love most about this recipe is how customizable it is. You can use classic pepperoni, go veggie with mushrooms and olives, or toss in leftover sausage or bacon. These are also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen since they can build their own. If you’re already a fan of crescent roll recipes, you might also enjoy [link to similar recipe here] or [another related recipe here].
These pizza cupcakes use simple ingredients you probably already have in your fridge and pantry, which makes them perfect for last-minute meals. With minimal prep and quick bake time, this recipe will become one of your go-to options when you need something easy and delicious fast.
Handy tip: Prepare Ahead!
Kid and adult approved – Everyone loves pizza, and these are just plain fun to eat
Customizable – Use your favorite toppings to make them your own
Quick and easy – Only a few ingredients and under 20 minutes of cook time
Great for leftovers – A tasty way to use up bits of meat, cheese, and veggies
How to make pizza cupcakes
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Spray 8 muffin cups with canola spray
- Unroll the crescent dough, separate it into each individual triangle.
- Lay each crescent triangle into their own muffin cup. Forming it to fit within the cup and create a nice little cup.
- Spread 1 TBSP of sauce into the bottom of your cup.
- Add a pizza topping such as mushrooms, olives, crumbled sausage, peppers, etc next.
- Top with a TBSP of shredded mozzarella.
- Top with a pepperoni slice if using.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
Tips & Tricks
- Press the crescent dough gently into each muffin cup so it forms a good base and doesn’t tear
- Don’t overfill the cups, especially with sauce, or they may bubble over
- Pre-cook toppings like sausage or mushrooms if needed to make sure they’re fully done
- Let the cupcakes cool for a few minutes before removing so they hold together better
FAQs
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Pizza Cupcakes
Pizza Cupcakes are a fun way to eat pizza with the kids. These easy cheesy pizza cupcakes are totally customizable and ready to eat in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 Can Crescent Rolls
- ½ Cup Pizza Sauce
- ½ Cup Pizza Toppings, pepperoni, crumbled sausage, mushrooms, olives, etc
- ½ Cup Shredded Mozzarella
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees
- Spray 8 muffin cups with canola spray
- Unroll the crescent dough, separate into each individual triangle.
- Lay each crescent triangle into their own muffin cup. Forming it to fit within the cup and create a nice little cup.
- Spread 1 TBSP of sauce into the bottom of your cup.
- Add a pizza topping such as mushrooms, olives, crumbled sausage, peppers, etc next.
- Top with 1 TBSP of shredded mozzarella.
- Top with a pepperoni slice if using.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes or until lightly browned.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 192Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 28mgSodium: 370mgCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 6g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
