Pull-Apart Pizza Muffins
These cheesy Pizza Muffins are quick, easy, and layered with classic pizza flavor in a fun, handheld bite-sized snack perfect for weeknight dinner, school lunches and as a party appetizer.
Our family loves pizza night, and whenever we need a fun meal that’s guaranteed to be a hit but we want to switch it up, we make these pull apart Pizza Muffins. Filled with classic pizza flavor and easy to make in a muffin tin, these handheld bites are one of our favorites for busy weeknight dinners, after-school or lunchbox snacks, and as a make-ahead appetizer for a crowd. They’re so easy to customize with your favorite pizza toppings, too.
Made from chopped-up buttery jumbo biscuits, melty cheese and savory pepperoni, these Pizza Muffins are baked until golden then perfectly pull apart into cheesy, pizza-flavored morsels that are delicious for any occasion. Whether you serve them for a snack, on-the-go lunch, a quick dinner or as a party appetizer, kids and adults alike love them, so they’re going to disappear fast.
If you like this easy recipe, be sure to try some of our other favorite recipes with these same flavors and ingredients. We love these no-fuss Homemade Soft Pretzel Bites for entertaining and these cheesy Pull Apart Pepperoni Pizza Rolls are always a crowd-pleaser.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Made With Easy Ingredients & Minimal Prep: These cute, tasty bites come together with just a handful of ingredients you probably already have, and very little prep, so they’re easy and low effort.
- Fun, Bite-Sized Snack: These mini pull-apart muffins are fun to eat and great for snacking and dunking into your favorite dip.
- Great Lunchbox Addition: These are perfect for kids’ lunchboxes to spice up their usual lunch rotation.
- Ideal for Meal Prep: You can prep the muffins ahead of time in the muffin tin, then bake later whenever you’re ready.
Ingredients
- Jumbo Biscuits: Soft and buttery, use the regular variety, not “flaky” for the best results.
- Mozzarella: Perfectly melty and gooey for a nice cheese pull. Freshly grate your own.
- Pepperoni: A classic pizza ingredient. Use your favorite kind from the store.
- Butter: For richness.
- Garlic Powder: To add seasoning.
- Parsley Flakes: For flavor and a dash of color.
- Marinara: To serve and dunk. Use your favorite good store-bought variety.
How To Make Pizza Muffins
1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
2. Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray and set aside. Remove biscuits from tube and cut into roughly 6 pieces.
3. Place chopped biscuits in a large bowl along with remaining ingredients and gently mix together. Scoop mixture evenly and place into prepared muffin tin.
4. Bake on center rack in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
5. Cool for a few minutes then run a knife around the edge of the muffins to pop out. Serve with a side of warm marinara for dunking if desired.
Expert Tips
- Mix the biscuit pieces gently. Do this softly and gently rather than vigorously, to keep some texture in the dough.
- Let the muffins cool for a few minutes. Allow them to set for a moment before popping them out, and run a knife around the edge to release them cleanly.
- Try and shred the cheese yourself. It gives a better melt than pre-shredded cheese.
- Prep the muffins in advance. You can easily prep the muffin tin ahead, cover with foil and plastic wrap, and refrigerate — then bake within two days of prepping for the best freshness. They’re ideal to make in advance to save time.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven. Do this instead of rewarming in the microwave for the best texture, since they’re better fresh out of the oven
Variations & Substitutions
- Try Other Pizza Toppings: Swap the pepperoni for cooked sausage, diced ham, or diced veggies like bell peppers, onions and mushrooms for more classic pizza topping flavor combos.
- Use a Cheese Blend: Try a four-cheese blend instead of straight mozzarella for even more flavor.
- Serve With Other Dippers: Try serving with a creamy ranch instead of, or with, marinara for dipping.
- Make Mini Muffins: Make smaller, bite-sized versions of these using a mini muffin tin for a fun, poppable party appetizer.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftover muffins in an airtight container or food storage bag in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. Store any leftover marinara or dipping sauces separately, as well. Reheat the muffins in the oven at 350° for the best texture.
These are great to prep in advance — assemble the muffins in the muffin tin, then cover with foil and plastic wrap, then store in the fridge until ready to bake. We recommend baking them within 2 days of prepping so they’re as fresh as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, technically you can use flaky instead of regular, but the muffins will have a slightly different texture. The layers are lighter and separate as you bake, so you won’t have the same chewy, bread-like texture as you’d get from regular biscuits.
They’re delicious warm and melty, but if they cool to room temperature they’re just as delicious. We just recommend letting them cool for a few minutes in the muffin tin for the easiest, cleanest removal.
Of course! Reheat them in the oven at 350° for about 10 minutes until they’re warmed through.
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- Pretzel Cheese Bites
- Sausage Puff Pastry Rolls
- Italian Charcuterie Sushi
- Kielbasa Bites with Honey Dijon Dipping Sauce
Pizza Muffins
Ingredients
- 16 oz tube of jumbo biscuits regular NOT flaky
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1/2 cup chopped sliced pepperoni
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
- 1 cup of marinara for servin
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray and set aside. Remove biscuits from tube and cut into roughly 6 pieces.
- Place chopped biscuits in a large bowl along with remaining ingredients and gently mix together. Scoop mixture evenly and place into prepared muffin tin.
- Bake on center rack in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool for a few minutes then run a knife around the edge of the muffins to pop out. Serve with a side of warm marinara for dunking if desired.
Delish!!! Kids loved them. Will be making these regularly.
I just made this recipe for dinner tonight….it was so good.