English Muffin Pizzas

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Bring back the taste of your childhood with this easy English muffin pizza recipe—perfect for a fun and tasty cooking project with the kids!

English muffin pizzas

Were English muffin pizzas a staple of your childhood, too? In my family, they were a favorite for a quick and easy meal, and my sister and I always looked forward to “helping” our mom prepare them. It’s been ages since I last thought about them, but stumbling upon a recipe recently made me wonder: were they actually as good as I remembered, or was it just a case of nostalgia? So, I decided to recreate this childhood classic and I’m happy to report, they truly are as yummy as I remembered.

The key to making the best English muffin pizzas is to toast the English muffins before you top them with sauce and cheese. This simple step keeps them from becoming soggy and undercooked, ensuring that each bite is filled with a satisfying crunch. After all, with English muffins, the magic is in the toasty nooks and crannies.

“My little boy and I made these together for dinner one night. He was thrilled to help! We used bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions for our toppings. Fun and yummy!”

Rebecca

What You’ll Need To Make English Muffin Pizzas

ingredients for English muffin pizzas

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the broiler. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up. Toast the English muffins in the toaster until golden brown and crisp on top and bottom.

toasted English muffins on baking sheet


Arrange the muffins cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a generous tablespoon of pizza sauce over each muffin half.

English muffins with sauce

Top with the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni, then sprinkle with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and oregano.

English muffins topped with cheese and pepperoni on baking sheet


Place the pizzas under the broiler for a few minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbling and slightly golden.

baked English muffin pizzas on baking sheet

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English Muffin Pizzas

Bring back the taste of your childhood with this easy English muffin pizza recipe—perfect for a fun and tasty cooking project with the kids!

Servings: 8 mini pizzas
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 5 Minutes
Total Time: 15 Minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 English Muffins, sliced down the center
  • 1 cup marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 ounces thinly sliced pepperoni, cut into quarters
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese
  • About ¼ teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat the broiler and set a rack in the top position. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy clean up.
  2. Toast the English muffins under the broiler for about 1 minute on each side, or until golden brown and crisp on the top and bottom.
  3. Arrange the muffins cut side up on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a generous tablespoon of pizza sauce over each muffin half. Top with the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni. Sprinkle with the Parmigiano Reggiano cheese and oregano.
  4. Place the pizzas under the broiler for a few minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling and slightly golden. Serve warm.
  5. Freezer-Friendly Instructions: These pizzas can be frozen for up to 3 months. Let them cool completely, then wrap them individually in plastic wrap or foil and place in a resealable bag. Reheat them (directly from the freezer) in a 375°F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until heated through.

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Nutrition Information

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  • Per serving (4 servings)
  • Calories: 448
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated fat: 13 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 24 g
  • Sodium: 1,133 mg
  • Cholesterol: 73 mg

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Comments

  • Just made this for my family today for lunch. They loved it!!!! We have tried and enjoyed so many of your recipes this past month. Thank you for sharing!!!!!

  • My little boy and I made these together for dinner one night. He was thrilled to help! We used bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions for our toppings. Fun and yummy!

  • These made me want to be a kid again. So easy and yummy! The oregano on top is a great touch. Loved these!

  • so easy and good for a quickie when unexpected guests pop in. If I have time, I saute finely diced onions/peppers/mushrooms for variety. A keeper for me.

  • I love these…and, when my mom didn’t have any sauce on hand, she would make them with a slice of american cheese topped with tomato slices, oregano, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil and then toast them. So good!!

  • Love these for an easy weeknight meal. I like to make them with broccoli and a big salad!

  • Ate these all the time growing up. Going to buy more english muffins to make again. Thanks for reminding me 🙂

  • we love these, such a quick snack

  • So easy to make and better than store bought frozen and better than high priced delivery.

  • Ahhh… childhood memories! Love fixing a variety of them for parties… veggie lovers, bbq brisket, taco toppings, etc.

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