Mini Pepperoni Cheese Bites (Printable Version)
Cheesy hand-sized snacks stacked with mozzarella, zesty pepperoni, and Italian spices. They make pizza night way more playful.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheese and Toppings
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12 small mozzarella cubes (1.5 cm each)
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200 grams shredded mozzarella cheese, keep some aside for the tops
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150 grams mini pepperoni, split for mix and topping
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50 grams Parmesan, grated
→ Wet Ingredients
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120 millilitres pizza sauce, grab a bit extra for dipping
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60 millilitres olive oil, extra-virgin if you want
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2 large eggs
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240 millilitres whole milk
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper, ground
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon oregano, dried
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2 teaspoons baking powder
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250 grams plain flour (all-purpose)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Let your cupcakes chill in the tin for about 5 minutes, then pop them out. Best served warm with more pizza sauce on the side.
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Slide your tray in the oven and bake 15 to 18 minutes. Look for bubbling cheese and golden edges.
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Toss the rest of the mozzarella and mini pepperoni on top of each filled cup before baking.
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Drop some batter into each muffin cup so it's halfway full. Tuck a cube of mozzarella in the middle, then pile on more batter to hide the cheese inside.
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Mix in 150g mozzarella, your grated Parmesan, plus 112g mini pepperoni. Hold onto the rest for topping later.
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Combine the wet stuff with the dry, gently stirring just until it looks mixed up—don't overdo it.
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In another bowl, whisk those eggs with milk, olive oil, and your pizza sauce until smooth.
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Toss flour, baking powder, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into a big bowl. Whisk until they're mixed together.
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Crank your oven to 190°C and lightly grease a muffin tray for 12.
# Additional Notes:
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Want extra flavor? Slather garlic butter on top as soon as they're out of the oven.