Easy Pizza Muffins

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional for extra flavor)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
• 1 large egg
• 1/4 cup olive oil or melted butter
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup diced pepperoni (or any preferred toppings like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach)
• 1/2 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners or grease it lightly with cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Whisk together until evenly mixed.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and olive oil or melted butter until well blended.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined.
5. Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese and diced pepperoni (or your choice of toppings) until evenly distributed.
6. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the muffins are golden brown.
8. Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.