Mini Pizzas for School Lunches

Make lunchtime a breeze with these fun and flavorful Mini Pizzas for School Lunches! Crafted with a base of English muffins, these bite-sized pizzas are perfect for little hands and customizable with your kids' favorite toppings. Topped with rich pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, savory mini pepperoni, and colorful veggies like bell peppers and olives, each mini pizza is bursting with kid-approved flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy mornings. Plus, they pack perfectly in lunchboxes and can even be enjoyed cold or at room temperature. With minimal prep and maximum deliciousness, these mini pizzas are a guaranteed lunchtime hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces English muffins
• 1 cup Pizza sauce
• 1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Mini pepperoni slices
• 0.5 cup Bell peppers (diced)
• 0.25 cup Black olives (sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Split the English muffins in half to create 12 mini pizza bases and arrange them cut side up on the baking sheet.

Step 3

Lightly brush the tops of the muffins with olive oil to help them crisp up in the oven.

Step 4

Spread about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce over each muffin half, making sure to cover the surface evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle each mini pizza with shredded mozzarella cheese, using about 2 tablespoons per muffin half.

Step 6

Top with your desired toppings, such as mini pepperoni, diced bell peppers, or sliced black olives. Distribute the toppings evenly across the pizzas.

Step 7

Sprinkle a pinch of Italian seasoning over each mini pizza for extra flavor. Add a small pinch of salt and black pepper if desired.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the muffins are slightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the mini pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. This makes them easier to handle and reduces the risk of burning tiny hands.

Step 10

Pack the cooled mini pizzas in a lunch container, or enjoy them warm as a snack or meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1254.4 grams (1254.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2793

Total Fat 140.60g	180%
Saturated Fat 49.50g	248%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 248mg	83%
Sodium 8679mg	377%
Total Carbohydrate 306.70g	112%
Dietary Fiber 36.50g	130%
Total Sugars 55.70g
Protein 87.40g	175%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1508mg	116%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 2075mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 43.2%