Description
These Mini Lunchbox Pizzas are a delightful twist on traditional pizza, perfect for packing in school lunches or enjoying as a snack. With a flaky puff pastry base and classic pizza toppings, they are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry Pizza Bases:
- 1 sheet refrigerated puff pastry or pizza dough
Toppings:
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices or chopped regular pepperoni
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- Optional toppings such as diced bell peppers, olives, or pineapple
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the puff pastry or pizza dough and cut into circles. Place on the baking sheet.
- Add Sauce & Toppings: Spread sauce on each round, then add cheese, pepperoni, and any other desired toppings.
- Bake: Brush edges with egg wash, sprinkle with oregano and garlic powder, then bake for 12-15 minutes until golden.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool slightly before packing into lunchboxes.
Notes
- These mini pizzas can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a toaster oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pizza
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
