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Healthy Lunchbox Pizza Muffins

Healthy Lunchbox Pizza Muffins


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  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 42 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Healthy Lunchbox Pizza Muffins are a vibrant, handheld feast that transforms the midday meal into a celebration of flavor, loaded with fresh vegetables, and bursting with cheesy goodness.


Ingredients

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1 cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour
1 tsp Baking Powder
1/2 tsp Baking Soda
1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
1/2 tsp Dried Oregano
1/2 tsp Sea Salt
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
2 Large Organic Eggs
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1 cup Shredded Grass-Fed Mozzarella
1/2 cup Finely Chopped Bell Peppers
1/2 cup Halved Cherry Tomatoes
1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a muffin tin with silicone liners
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, then add olive oil and Greek yogurt, mixing until smooth
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper
  4. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined
  5. Stir in the mozzarella, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and basil
  6. Scoop the batter into the muffin cups, sprinkle with extra toppings if desired, and bake for 18 to 22 minutes
  7. Let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack

Notes

For gluten-free versions, use a gluten-free 1:1 baking blend.

For a vegan option, substitute eggs with flax eggs and yogurt with coconut yogurt.

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 22 mins
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 muffin
  • Calories: 165 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg