Learn the easiest method for making Mini Pizzas as a quick kids lunch, snack, or dinner. You can make them ahead, adjust for allergies, and add the toppings your kids prefer!
One of my favorite ways to increase the odds that my kids will eat my kid-friendly recipes—and to reduce potential food waste—is to make mini food. Which means these Mini Pizzas are a total hit!
Quick Look: Mini Pizzas
- ⏱ Prep Time: 8 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 10 minutes
- ⏳ Total Time: 18 minutes
- 🍪 Serving: Makes about 4 servings
- 🍂 Flavor Profile: Tender, yummy pizzas with customizable toppings
- 👌 Difficulty: Easy, perfect for everyday kids meals
- 💡 Why this Works: It’s fast, nutritious way to make pizza for kids with less work
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We love these as a toddler dinner, an after school snack during super hungry phases, and a toddler lunch idea. Just like my my Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough, Pizza Pinwheels, and Easy Homemade Pizza, they also work as an appetizer!
Why this Recipe Works
Made with a ready-to-go crust, nutrient-rich toppings, and a 10-minute method, these are a doable kid-friendly meal any time of the day.
Ingredients You Need
Here’s a look at the ingredients you need to make Mini Pizzas so you know what to have on hand.
- Crust: I like to use mini naan, English muffins, or mini bagels for these mini pizzas to save time and effort.
- Pizza sauce: You can use any brand of pizza sauce you like, or even a homemade tomato sauce if you prefer.
- Cheese: I use shredded mozzarella here for classic pizza flavor.
- Optional: Minced broccoli, pepperoni, very thinly sliced mushrooms, olives, pizza seasoning, and/or any other pizza toppings you prefer.
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How to Make Mini Pizzas
Below is an overview of how to make Mini Pizzas so you know what to expect. Scroll down for the full recipe, including the amounts and timing.
Step 1. Spread the pizza sauce on the crust.
Step 2. Add the cheese and other desired toppings.
Step 3. Bake or air fry until the crust is lightly crisp and the cheese is golden brown.
Step 4. Let cool slightly, then cut into strips, wedges, or small pieces.
Mini Pizza FAQs
I like mini naan bread or English muffin. You can cut them into finger-size pieces or very small bite-size pieces to make it easier to bite them, too.
You can add minced veggies, add cooked lean ground beef, turkey, or chicken, or use my extra-veggie Easy Marinara Sauce in place of the pizza sauce.
You can make them according to the recipe, then let cool fully. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Or, place into a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible, and seal. Freeze for up to 6 months. To heat leftover mini pizzas from the fridge or freezer frozen, place into a parchment lined baking sheet and heat in a 375 degree F oven for about 3-4 minutes or until warmed through.
Best Tips for Success
- Use pizza sauce or pesto as you like on the mini pizza crust. Or, just brush with olive oil and top with cheese for kids who prefer things plainer.
- Cut into finger-size strips or tiny cubes to make these easier for younger toddlers to eat.
- Bake or air fry on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet or air fryer rack as you prefer.
- Try making these with my No-Knead Pizza Dough for another option that uses instant yeast, water, and flour to make an easy homemade dough.
- Adults may like their own mini pizza topped with sliced fresh tomatoes and basil to satisfy your own pizza craving.
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Mini Pizzas (Kid-Size and So Easy!)
Ingredients
- 4 English muffins (or mini bagels or mini naan)
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup pizza toppings (such as pepperoni, olives, precooked broccoli, or thinly sliced mushrooms)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Cut the English muffins (or mini naan or mini bagels) in half and place onto a rimmed baking sheet. Top each half with pizza sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, and any desired toppings.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until warmed through and the cheese is just golden brown. (You can also do the same temp and timing in an air fryer.)
- Serve warm, slicing up for younger kids as needed to make them easy to chew.
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Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat on a plate in the microwave for 30 seconds or heat through in a 375-degree-F oven for 3-4 minutes.
- Use dairy-free cheese as needed.
- Serve with simple sides such as fruit, applesauce, salad, or roasted broccoli.
- Cut into strips with kitchen scissors to make it easier for younger toddlers to chew.
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