English Muffin Pizzas

Name: English Muffin Pizzas (10 Minutes)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 English muffins, (sliced in half); 1/2 cup pizza sauce, (homemade, store-bought, pesto, etc. ); 1 cup shredded cheese, (mozzarella or Italian Blend); 1/2 cup toppings of choice, (see below); 2 tbsp grated parmesan

by Michele Olivier on March 20, 2023

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These mini English Muffin Pizzas are a great way to put together a healthy meal in no time at all! They take less than 10 minutes to make, are super customizable, easy to reheat for busy weeknights, and are a dinner dream come true for toddlers and kids.

Graphic for post - english muffin pizzas, 10 minutes, healthy, customizable. Kid favorite. Image is of a pink kids plate loaded with english muffin pizzas with different toppings.

Medically reviewed and co-written by Jamie Johnson, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), and Lauren Braaten, Pediatric Occupational Therapist (OT).

English Muffins Pizzas

If your house is anything like my house, it’s hard to satisfy everyone’s requests when ordering pizza – we’ve got a vegetarian, a meat-lover, a kiddo who loves pepperoni and peppers, and another kiddo who’s still learning to like anything beyond just cheese.

That’s why I thank my lucky stars for these English muffins pizzas. These adorable mini pizzas give everyone a little bit of what they want, plus they’re super helpful at encouraging picky eaters to try a bit of something new.

English muffin pizzas are so easy to make, freeze and reheat, making them perfect for school or packed lunches. And they’re healthier than most store-bought or restaurant pizza, so you’ll feel no mom-guilt about including them in your weekly meal plan.

Feeding kids can be tricky! But, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here you can find 40 Family Dinner Ideas, over 100 Kid Snack Ideas, great Hidden-Veggie Recipes, 50 Cooking with Kids Recipes and so much more! And for even more family-friendly recipes, check out my best-selling cookbook Little Foodies: Recipes for Babies and Toddlers with Taste.

Reasons to Love these Easy Pizzas

toddler, kid and adult-friendly
easy to make
can customize with favorite toppings
great for school or packed lunches
healthy
freezer-friendly
great for lunches, snacks or dinner
can be made gluten and dairy-free

Ingredients

English Muffins: we are using this as a pizza base and you can use whichever English Muffin you prefer – whole wheat, regular, gluten-free, etc.
Pizza Sauce: I used this amazing hidden veggie pizza sauce for these rollups, but you can use any pasta or pizza sauce you prefer. If you are using a store-bought pizza sauce and want to add in some veggies, then you can mix 1/4 cup shredded carrots or peppers into the sauce before spreading, or use this spinach basil pesto.
Mozzarella: you can shred your own or use pre-shredded mozzarella from the store. I used pre-shredded cheese. You can also use an Italian cheese blend.
Parmesan: optional, but is great to sprinkle on top.
Toppings: you can use any topping you prefer. See below for lots of fun options and combinations.

Health Benefits of English Muffin Pizzas

These pizzas are a much healthier alternative to freezer or store-bought pizza as they will have much less sodium and preservatives.

English muffins are an excellent source of carbohydrates, needed for energy, and if you’re using whole wheat, they provide fiber needed for healthy digestion.
Pizza sauce made from tomatoes will be high in vitamins A and C and other antioxidants.
Cheese provides calcium for bone strength.
Any veggie toppings will contain vitamins, minerals and fiber.

Allergy Substitutions

Gluten-Free: use a trusted brand of gluten-free English muffins.
Dairy-Free: vegan cheeses have come a long way in their replication of taste, texture, and behavior (Melty! Bubbly! Stretchy!) so try plant-based mozzarella or parmesan-style shreds. If that doesn’t appeal, you can absolutely still have delicious pizzas sans cheese!

Step-by-Step Instructions

a baking sheet on a marble countertop with sliced English muffins on top of parchment paper. — Place cut English muffins on a baking sheet and toast for 4 minutes. This helps the English muffins for becoming too soggy.

A baking sheet on a marble countertop with six English muffins with pizza sauce on top. — Place cut English muffins on a baking sheet and toast for 4 minutes. This helps the English muffins for becoming too soggy.

Toast English Muffins: for a crispier crust, place the English muffins in the oven for a few minutes before adding your toppings.
Spread Sauce: Schmear the English muffins with saucy goodness.
Add the Cheese: Next, sprinkle on your cheese, avoiding clumps. Again, ‘even’ is the key. If you’re not using cheese, skip to your toppings.
Toppings: Scatter the toppings evenly on top of the cheese.
More Cheese: Sprinkle with a pinch of parmesan.
Bake: Pop the English muffin pizzas into the oven and bake until golden.
Done: Serve warm or set aside to come down to room temp for freezing.

English Muffin Pizza Variations

Sauces

Hidden Veggie Pizza Sauce or Oven-Roasted Tomato Sauce
Spinach Basil Pesto
Barbecue Sauce
Spinach + Artichoke Sauce
or just brush with olive oil!

Toppings

Veggies: bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, broccoli, tomatoes, spinach
Cheese: mozzarella, parmesan, provolone, cheddar, “jack” cheeses, feta
Meats: pepperoni, ground sausage, chicken, bacon crumbles

Combos

Classic: Hidden Veggie Sauce + Pepperoni + Mozzarella
Veggie: Tomato Sauce + Bell Peppers+ Onions + Mushroom + Mozzarella
BBQ: Barbecue Sauce + Shredded Chicken + Cheddar Jack
Italian: Pesto + Ground Sausage + Bell Peppers + Provolone
Greek: Olive Oil + Tomato + Black Olives + Feta Cheese

A wooden cutting board on a marble countertop with several different English muffin pizzas with different toppings, a bowl full of Parmesan and spicy basil for topping.

Expert Tips

These mini pizzas freeze so well! Simply flash freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet and pop it in the freezer for a couple of hours.
If you’re watching sodium content for toddlers and younger kids, use cheese like fresh mozzarella, fresh ricotta, and goat cheese, as they contain less sodium than some traditional cheeses, like parmesan or pecorino romano. You might also want to serve ham, sausage, and pepperoni sparingly for toddlers, as these meats can be saltier.
If you’ve got picky eaters, try setting up a pizza serving station where kids can choose the toppings and create their own pizza.
Kids love to be creative and eat food that looks like something familiar – encourage them to use toppings to decorate their pizza with a smiley face, different shapes or letters, veggie rainbows, you name it!

Cooking with Kids

Both toddlers and kids will have a blast making these mini pizzas!

Toddlers

Can help spoon and spread on the sauce.
Toddlers love to sprinkle on the cheese and add their own toppings.

Kids

Kids can preheat the oven.
They can spoon and spread on the sauce.
Kids love to sprinkle on the cheese and add their own toppings.
With an adult’s help, kids can place the baking sheet into the hot oven and set the timer.

A cutting board with different toppings of English muffin pizzas with a small bowl of Parmesan and basil to sprinkle on top.

How to Store and Freeze

You can store cooked English Muffin Pizzas in the fridge for up to 5 days or freezer for 2 months. Make sure to let them come down to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container or freezer bag.

To reheat, simply pop them into the microwave for 30-second intervals until warm. Or place them on a baking sheet and warm them in a preheated 350-degree F oven for 5-7 minutes.

A pink kids play with English muffin pizzas on top in a yellow printed napkin.

Get the recipe: English Muffin Pizzas (10 Minutes)

5 stars (1 rating)

These mini pizzas English Muffin Pizzas are a great way to put together a healthy meal in no time at all! They take less than 10 minutes to make, are super customizable, easy to reheat for busy weeknights, and are a dinner dream come true for toddlers and kids.

Yield: 6 Mini Pizzas

Prep: 5

Cook: 10

Total: 15

Author: Michele Olivier

Course: Main Course

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Ingredients

3 English muffins, sliced in half
1/2 cup pizza sauce, homemade, store-bought, pesto, etc.
1 cup shredded cheese, mozzarella or Italian Blend
1/2 cup toppings of choice, see below
2 tbsp grated parmesan

Instructions

Prep: preheat oven to 450° F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easier cleanup.
Toast English Muffins: add the sliced English muffins to the baking sheet. For a crispier crust, place the English muffins in the oven for 3-4 minutes.
Spread Sauce: spread the toasted English muffins with the sauce of your choice.
Add the Cheese: Next, sprinkle on your cheese, avoiding clumps.
Toppings: Scatter the toppings evenly on top of the cheese. Sprinkle with a pinch of parmesan.
Bake: Place the English muffin pizzas into the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Done: Serve warm or set aside to come down to room temp for freezing.