Description
English Muffin Pizza is a quick, easy, and customizable recipe that transforms ordinary English muffins into delicious mini pizzas, combining a crispy crust, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for any meal or snack, this recipe offers portion control and is perfect for families or any pizza craving.
Ingredients
Base
- English muffins (split in half)
- Olive oil or cooking spray (for toasting)
Sauce
- Tomato sauce or pizza sauce (a generous spoonful per muffin half)
Cheese
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (enough to cover each muffin)
Toppings (customizable)
- Pepperoni slices, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, spinach, cooked sausage, bacon bits, jalapeños, or any preferred toppings
Optional herbs
- Dried oregano or basil (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare your base: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Split the English muffins in half and toast them lightly using a toaster or under the broiler for a couple of minutes to ensure a crisp texture that won’t get soggy after adding toppings.
- Add the sauce: Spread a generous spoonful of tomato or pizza sauce evenly across each English muffin half. Be sure to add enough for flavor but avoid making the base too soggy.
- Add cheese and toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce layer. Then add your preferred toppings such as pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, or veggies. The cheese helps keep the toppings together as it melts.
- Bake until bubbly: Arrange the prepared English muffin pizzas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle with dried herbs, fresh basil, or crushed pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- Toast the English muffins before adding toppings to prevent sogginess and ensure a crispy base.
- Use a thin layer of sauce to avoid over-moistening the pizza.
- Mix mozzarella with cheddar or parmesan cheese for richer flavor.
- Spread toppings evenly for consistent taste in every bite.
- For a perfectly browned cheese top, finish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: English muffin pizza, mini pizza, quick pizza recipe, kid-friendly pizza, customizable pizza, snack, appetizer
