Pizza cups are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack that are perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick meal. Made with simple ingredients like pizza dough, sauce, and your favorite toppings, these individual-sized pizzas are a fun and tasty alternative to traditional pizza. With endless possibilities for customization, you can create pizza cups that reflect your own personal taste and dietary preferences, making them a versatile and crowd-pleasing dish.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
MINI PIZZA CUPS
Served hot or cold, these little pizzas are wonderful. Their small size makes them ideal for an after-school snack or a kid-friendly party. Plus, they're so easy to make that little ones can help you in the kitchen! -Jane Jones, Cedar, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 40m
Yield 32 appetizers.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. Separate tubes of dough into 8 rolls each; halve the rolls. Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of miniature muffin cups coated with cooking spray. , Spoon pizza sauce into each cup. Sprinkle with onion, green pepper, pepperoni and cheese. Bake until the crusts are browned and cheese is melted, 15-18 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 193mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM PIZZA CUPS
Making stuffed portobellos for guys watching a hockey game was quite an endeavor. I made two dozen for six guys, and as the game got more exciting, they screamed for more. Scraping the gills from the underside of the mushroom is easy if you use a small teaspoon, gently, so as not to crack the cap. The amount of cheese, pepperoni and spices is entirely up to whatever satisfies your team. -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Remove and discard stems and gills from mushrooms; brush caps with oil. Place rounded sides down on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 5 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the pizza sauce, pepperoni, green pepper and 1-1/4 teaspoons Italian seasoning; spoon onto mushrooms. Sprinkle with cheese and remaining Italian seasoning. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until mushrooms are tender and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 572mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
MINI PIZZA MUFFIN CUPS
I just baked these mini pizzas and the kids are already demanding more. The no-cook pizza sauce and refrigerated dough make this meal a snap. -Melissa Haines, Valparaiso, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 35m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients., Unroll pizza crust; cut into 16 squares. Press squares onto bottom and up sides of 16 ungreased muffin cups, allowing corners to hang over edges., Spoon 1 tablespoon sauce mixture into each cup. Top with cheese; add toppings as desired. Bake 10-12 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Serve remaining sauce mixture with pizzas., Freeze option: Freeze cooled baked pizzas in a resealable freezer container. To use, reheat pizzas on a baking sheet in a preheated 425° oven until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 747mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
PIZZA MEATLOAF CUPS
These are part of my OAMC rotation. My kids love these. I normally double this recipe as they go fast at my house.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories Meat
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the egg, pizza sauce, bread crumbs and Italian seasoning.
- Fold beef into mixture and mix well.
- Divide meat mixture into 12 greased muffin cups.
- Press mixture into bottom and up the sides.
- Fill center with cheese.
- Bake at 375°F for 15-18 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
- Serve immediately with additional pizza sauce and cheese if desired.
- Or cool, place in freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months.
- To use frozen pizza cups:.
- Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
- Heat in microwave on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
- Top with additional pizza sauce and cheese if desired.
PIZZA MEAT LOAF CUPS
Fix and freeze these moist little meat loaves packed with pizza flavor. They're great to reheat for an after-school snack or quick dinner on soccer night. My family likes to drizzle extra pizza sauce on top. -Susan Wollin, Marshall, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 1 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a large bowl, mix first 4 ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Divide into 12 portions; press each onto the bottom and up sides of a greased muffin cup. Add cheese to centers., Bake until meat is cooked through, 15-18 minutes. If desired, top with additional sauce and basil before serving. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat loaves in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Microwave, covered, on high in a microwave-safe dish until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 416mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 29g protein.
PIZZA CUPS
Change the shape of pizza night with this fun and easy twist on everyone's favorite pie. Crisp wonton skins are the "crust" for any toppings you like, and the result is thumbs-up delicious.
Provided by Jessica Walker
Categories Appetizer
Time 40m
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 18 muffin cups with cooking spray.
- In 10-inch skillet, brown beef with pizza seasoning and salt over medium-high heat until beef is browned; drain. Return beef to skillet; stir in pizza sauce.
- Place 1 wonton skin in each muffin cup. Divide half of ground beef evenly among muffin cups. Top each with about 1 tablespoon cheese. Repeat layers starting with second wonton skin.
- Bake 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 300 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
PIZZA-STUFFED ZUCCHINI CUPS
Slices of zucchini are filled with cream cheese, Italian seasonings, olives, bell peppers and pepperoni for these clever pizza-stuffed cups.
Provided by By Inspired Taste
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper or foil.
- Cut end off each zucchini, then cut each into 1 1/2-inch-thick slices. Using small spoon, scoop out the flesh, without going through the bottom, and discard or save for another use.
- In medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, Italian seasoning, olives, bell pepper, pepperoni and half of the cheese. Fill each zucchini cup with 1 to 2 spoonfuls filling. Place on cookie sheet. Top each with bread crumbs.
- Bake 20 minutes. Top with remaining cheese. Bake about 20 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving
PIZZA CUPS
"My girls frequently have friends over at night," writes Suzanne McKinley of Lyons, Georgia. "And their big brother is always asking for something to eat! So I make these miniature pizzas often. They couldn't be quicker."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 20 pizzas.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the pizza sauce, ketchup and garlic powder; set aside. , Press biscuits into 20 well-greased muffin cups. Spoon 1 or 2 tablespoons of the meat sauce into each biscuit; top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake at 350° for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. (Refrigerate or freeze any remaining meat sauce.)
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
MINI PIZZA CUPS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by Kelli with an I
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. 2. Place wonton wrappers in cupcake pans. Sprinkle a pinch of cheese in each cup. Add about 1 1/2 tsp of pizza sauce. Sprinkle a little bit more cheese. Place toppings on top and cover with just a bit more cheese. 3. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving.
Tips:
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza cups before adding the toppings.
- Use a variety of toppings to create different flavor combinations.
- Be creative with your dipping sauces. Try marinara, ranch, or even honey mustard.
- Pizza cups can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.
- These are great for parties or potlucks because they are easy to make and can be served hot or cold.
Conclusion:
Pizza cups are a delicious and versatile appetizer or snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With endless topping possibilities, they are a great way to use up leftover ingredients or to create a quick and easy meal. Whether you are looking for a fun and interactive activity for a party or a simple weeknight dinner, pizza cups are sure to be a hit. So, grab your muffin tin and start experimenting with different flavors and combinations today!
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