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Mini Gluten Free Pizza Muffins - Bite-Sized, Cheesy Crowd-Pleasers

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Gluten free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum, or add 1/2 teaspoon if your blend doesn’t include it)
  • Baking powder
  • Fine sea salt
  • Dried oregano and dried basil
  • Garlic powder and onion powder
  • Large eggs
  • Milk (dairy or unsweetened non-dairy)
  • Olive oil
  • Grated Parmesan
  • Shredded mozzarella
  • Mini pepperoni or chopped pepperoni (optional)
  • Finely chopped bell pepper (optional)
  • Finely chopped black olives (optional)
  • Pizza sauce or marinara (for topping and dipping)
  • Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
  • Nonstick spray or oil for the pan

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan or line with mini liners. Grease the top surface too to prevent sticking.
  • In a large bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups gluten free all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon onion powder. If your flour lacks xanthan gum, whisk in 1/2 teaspoon.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs, 3/4 cup milk, and 1/4 cup olive oil until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry. Stir just until combined. The batter should be thick but scoopable—similar to muffin batter. If too thick, add 1 to 2 tablespoons milk.
  • Fold in 1/3 cup grated Parmesan, 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella, and about 3/4 cup total mix-ins such as mini pepperoni, chopped bell pepper, or olives. Don’t overmix.
  • Divide batter among cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Top each with a tiny dollop of pizza sauce and a pinch of mozzarella. Add a couple mini pepperoni if you like.
  • Bake 12–15 minutes, until set, lightly golden at the edges, and a toothpick comes out clean. Rotate the pan once for even browning if needed.
  • Cool in the pan 5 minutes, then loosen edges with a thin knife and transfer to a rack. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper and chopped basil if desired. Serve warm with extra sauce for dipping.