{"id":4757,"date":"2024-10-24T15:13:52","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T15:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/?p=4757"},"modified":"2025-02-27T13:57:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-27T13:57:56","slug":"easy-pepperoni-pizza-cups","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/easy-pepperoni-pizza-cups\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups"},"content":{"rendered":"<a href=\"#wprm-recipe-container-4760\" data-recipe=\"4760\" style=\"color: #333333;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-jump wprm-recipe-link wprm-jump-to-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\">Jump to Recipe<\/a>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">These Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups make a fabulous party appetizer or snack! They are so easy to make, and can be prepped ahead of time. The toppings are totally versatile so you can add or omit whatever you like! Try onions, peppers, sausage, meatballs or anything else you love on pizza!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The dough is really easy to make and only needs 30 minutes of proof time, making this a really quick recipe. You don&#8217;t need to be a bread-making expert, as the kneading here is minimal. All you need to do is push the dough around with your hands and wrists until it looks springy. This recipe is easily doubled and can be frozen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Pizza cups are a fun twist on traditional pizza, typically made by using dough to form small cups or bowls that are filled with classic pizza toppings like sauce, cheese, and various meats or vegetables. They can be baked in a muffin tin or a specialized pizza cup mold. The result is a portable, bite-sized treat that\u2019s great for parties or snacks! They\u2019re super customizable, so you can get creative with the ingredients you use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups\" class=\"wp-image-4758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for making great pizza dough<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Here are some tips for making great pizza dough:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Use high-quality flour<\/strong>: Opt for bread flour for a chewy texture or all-purpose flour for a softer crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Measure accurately<\/strong>: Use a kitchen scale for precise measurements, especially for flour and water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Proof your yeast<\/strong>: If using active dry yeast, dissolve it in warm water with a pinch of sugar before adding it to the flour to ensure it\u2019s active.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Knead well<\/strong>: Knead the dough for at least 8-10 minutes until it&#8217;s smooth and elastic; this helps develop gluten.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Let it rise<\/strong>: Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free place until it doubles in size, typically 1-2 hours.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Don\u2019t rush the fermentation<\/strong>: For more flavor, consider a slow fermentation in the fridge for 24 hours or longer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Use room-temperature ingredients<\/strong>: This helps the dough come together more easily and rise uniformly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Adjust hydration<\/strong>: The amount of water can affect texture; aim for a dough that&#8217;s slightly tacky but not overly sticky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Preheat your oven<\/strong>: Bake on a preheated pizza stone or steel for a crispier crust.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Experiment with toppings<\/strong>: Don\u2019t overload with toppings; less is often more for better cooking and flavor balance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Origins of Pizza Cups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Pizza cups are a relatively modern creation, combining the classic elements of pizza with a more portable, bite-sized format. While the exact origins aren&#8217;t well-documented, they likely emerged from the trend of miniaturizing popular foods for convenience and fun, similar to other snack foods like sliders or stuffed pastries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The concept may have been influenced by traditional Italian dishes like &#8220;arancini&#8221; (stuffed rice balls) or &#8220;crostini&#8221; (toasted bread topped with various ingredients). As home cooking and creative interpretations of classic dishes gained popularity, pizza cups became a hit at parties and gatherings, celebrated for their easy customization and shareability. They embody the spirit of creativity in cooking, allowing for a wide range of flavors and styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">INGREDIENTS REQUIRED<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">There are no specialist ingredients or equipment required for this bake. I can find everything I need at my local supermarket or grocery store. Bake the pizza cups in a regular sized muffin pan. Be sure to grease the pan generously so that the pizza cups pop right out after baking! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">All Purpose Flour or Bread Flour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Fast Acting\/Instant Dried Yeast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Olive Oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Granulated Sugar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Dried Italian Herbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Garlic Powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Shredded Mozzarella<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Pepperoni<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Marinara Sauce<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Tips for the best Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Dough: If you&#8217;re not sure if your yeast has expired you can test by &#8216;blooming&#8217; it. Place in the bowl with water and sugar and wait to see if it goes bubbly\/frothy after 5-10 minutes. If so, it&#8217;s good to use. If not, throw the yeast out and buy more! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Dough rising: This only needs 20-30 minutes of rise time, but that&#8217;s assuming your kitchen is room temperature or above. If you have a cold kitchen, find a warm place &#8211; like over a radiator OR turn the oven to 100f\/40c. Once it reaches temperature, turn it off and let the dough rise in the oven while it&#8217;s off. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Kneading: This really only needs &#8216;bringing together&#8217; as opposed to really kneading it. Do this either by hand or in a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment. Combine with a wooden spoon first, then when it has formed a shaggy dough, give it 5-8 minutes of kneading (3-4 if using a stand mixer), until it looks springy! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Fillings: Store bought marinara and shredded cheese make this a really easy bake. That said, feel free to play around with any filings you like! You could make an &#8216;alfredo&#8217; pizza cup with sauce. You could change up the cheese to what you prefer. You could omit the pepperoni and instead use peppers and onions for a vegetarian version! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Baking: Bake until golden and the cheese is really bubbling. Let cool a little before removing from the pan. These are absolutely best eaten warm, so if you&#8217;re making them ahead of time you can either reheat in the oven, or wait to bake until people are ready to eat!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tasting-thyme.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-scaled.jpg?fit=1920%2C2560&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups \" class=\"wp-image-4759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-720x960.jpg 720w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-360x480.jpg 360w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4220-180x240.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STORAGE FOR my Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">These pizza cups need to be stored in the refrigerator. Make sure to place them in an airtight container prior to placing in your refrigerator. They freeze really well, making this a great recipe to double batch so that some can be stored in the freezer for a later date. To freeze, place in an airtight container\/ziplock bag and freeze for up to 3 months. To defrost, place in the fridge to thaw completely before serving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">As with any bread, these are definitely best served warm. If you don&#8217;t wolf them all down before they cool, I recommend warming up in the microwave for 30 seconds prior to serving!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">I make these Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups using a muffin pan, and you can either knead the dough by hand or in a stand mixer with the dough hook attachment. For more savory baking, check out my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/cheddar-bacon-jalapeno-biscuits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cheddar, Bacon &amp; Jalape\u00f1o Biscuits<\/a>. For more baking inspiration and videos, head on over to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tasting.thyme\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> my&nbsp;Instagram. <\/a>If you make this recipe, don\u2019t forget to drop it a star rating, leave a review or share a photo on your socials!<br><\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-4760\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"4760\" data-servings=\"12\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-tt-cutout\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 5px;border-style: solid;border-color: #ef8080;width: 200px;max-width: 100%;height: 200px;object-fit: cover;\" width=\"200\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-scaled.jpg\" class=\"attachment-200x999999 size-200x999999\" alt=\"Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-scaled.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/IMG_4225-1152x1536.jpg 1152w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-template-tt-cutout-container\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-template-tt-cutout-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups<\/h2>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px;\"><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">These make a fabulous party appetizer or snack! They are so easy to make, and can be prepped ahead of time. The toppings are totally versatile so you can add or omit whatever you like! Try onions, peppers, sausage, meatballs or anything else you love on pizza!<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div>\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/tasting-thyme.com\/staging\/6788\/wprm_print\/easy-pepperoni-pizza-cups\" style=\"color: #2c3e50;background-color: #f8ad9d;border-color: #ffffff;border-radius: 0px;padding: 5px 12px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-print-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"4760\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\" y=\"0px\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g ><path fill=\"#333333\" 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class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hour<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-4760 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"4760\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">12<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-author-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-faded wprm-recipe-author-label\">Author: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\">Florence Jackson<\/span><\/div>\n\t\t\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"recipe-4760-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-4760-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"4760\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Ingredients<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">7<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bc<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Fast Acting\/Instant Dried Yeast<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Granulated Sugar<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">240<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ml<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Warm Water<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">15<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ml<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Extra Virgin Olive Oil<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">300<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2 \u00bd<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">All Purpose Flour<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or Bread Flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Dried Italian Herbs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Garlic Powder<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-normal\">For the Filling<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">400<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u2154<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Marinara Sauce<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">80<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00be<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Pepperoni<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">Roughly Chopped<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">200<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit-system-2\">(<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u2154<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>)<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Shredded Mozzarella<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-4760-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-4760-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"4760\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Instructions<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">In a large bowl, or the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the water, oil, sugar and yeast. Let sit 5 minutes &#8211; the yeast should look frothy. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the flour, salt, Italian herbs, garlic powder. Bring together into a shaggy dough (use a wooden spoon). Knead for 5-10 minutes on a lightly floured surface, until springy. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place back in the bowl and let rest 30 minutes in a warm area. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pre-heat the oven to 420\u2109\/200\u2103 fan. Grease a 12 hole muffin pan. <\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Roll into balls and place a ball in each hole of the muffin pan. Use your thumbs to press an indent into each to create a well to fill with the sauce.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add as much sauce as will fit into each hole in the dough. Top with cheese and pieces of pepperoni (or whatever fillings you are using).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-4760-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake 20-25 minutes, until golden and crispy! Let cool a little before serving! <\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t\n\t\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These Easy Pepperoni Pizza Cups make a fabulous party appetizer or snack! They are so easy to make, and can be prepped ahead of time. The toppings are totally versatile so you can add or omit whatever you like! Try onions, peppers, sausage, meatballs or anything else you love on pizza! 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