Muffin Tin Pizza Bites
Muffin Tin Pizza Bites are a delicious recipe that the whole family will enjoy. Buttery flaky crescent rolls, cheesy pepperoni centers and a little Italian herb on top make this a perfect lunch or appetizer.
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 74kcal
Cost: Recipe $7.40 / Serving $0.46
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cans crescent roll dough ($3.96)
- ½ cup pizza sauce ($0.44)
- 32 slices pepperoni ($1.28)
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded ($0.99)
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted ($0.22)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning ($0.08)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder ($0.02)
- ½ teaspoon salt ($0.01)
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided ($0.40)
Instructions
- Preheat and prep. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a standard muffin tin with nonstick cooking spray.
- Form dough cups. Separate the crescent roll dough into triangles. Press one triangle into each muffin well, shaping it into a cup so the bottom is covered and the dough hangs slightly over the sides.
- Add filling. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce into each dough cup. Add 2 slices of pepperoni, followed by 1 piece of mozzarella cheese, then top with 2 more slices of pepperoni.
- Seal bombs. Fold the dough ends over the filling to fully enclose it, forming a sealed ball. Pinch gently if needed to close gaps.
- Season and bake. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and Parmesan cheese. Brush the mixture over the tops of the crescent rolls. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve. Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Notes
- Dough choice. Use crescent roll triangles, not sheets, for best shaping.
- Sealing tip. Fold the wider end of the triangle over the filling first, then use the narrow tip to cover gaps.
- Storage. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat as desired.
- Air fryer option. Line the basket with vented parchment. Assemble pizza bombs and air fry at 350°F for about 15 minutes, checking for even browning.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 452mg | Potassium: 232mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 1mg
