Pin Melty Mashup Pizza Pot Pie Cups are my answer to those nights when we cannot decide between pizza or classic comfort food. Each cup starts with fluffy biscuit dough filled with a bubbling, cheesy, pizza-inspired filling and comes out golden, melty, and impossible to resist. Whether weekday dinner or party night, these mini pot pies have turned even the pickiest eaters into fans at our house.
Kids and adults both ask for seconds every time I bring these out. The first time I served these on movie night, everyone ended up eating with their hands and not a single crumb was left behind.
Ingredients
- Refrigerated biscuit dough: gives you that soft, golden crust without making dough from scratch. Choose a flaky, buttery style for the best crust
- Pizza sauce: brings classic flavor and moisture. Look for one with minimal sugar and robust tomato
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: melts perfectly for that gooey pizza texture
- Sliced pepperoni (optional or swap for mushrooms for a veggie version): gives that iconic pizza flavor or a meaty bite
- Diced bell pepper: adds freshness and color opt for crisp bright peppers
- Sliced black olives: balance out the tomato and cheese with a little saltiness
- Finely chopped red onion: offers sweet sharpness and depth
- Dried Italian herbs: layer on classic pizza aroma
- Crushed red pepper flakes: add optional gentle heat just use a pinch if making for kids
- Salt and black pepper: to round out seasonings taste as you go
- Grated Parmesan cheese: finishes on top with a savory punch pick real Parm for a boost
- Fresh basil leaves: make it feel pizza parlor special chop just before serving for flavor burst
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Pan:
- Set your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease the muffin tin on all sides so nothing sticks later
- Shape the Biscuit Dough:
- Separate the biscuit rounds and gently press each into a flat circle about four inches across. Use your hands or a rolling pin and carefully mold each one into a muffin cup making sure to push up the sides to create a deep well. The dough should hug the sides but not tear
- Mix the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl add your pizza sauce shredded mozzarella chosen pizza meat or mushroom bell pepper black olives red onion Italian herbs and red pepper flakes. Stir everything thoroughly and season with salt and pepper so the flavors are bold
- Fill the Cups:
- Spoon the filling mixture generously into the prepared biscuit cups. Go almost to the top without overfilling as the cheese bubbles up while baking
- Top with Parmesan:
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan onto each filled cup for an extra layer of flavor and browning
- Bake:
- Place the muffin tin in your preheated oven. Bake eighteen to twenty minutes or until biscuit dough is puffed and golden brown and you can see sauce bubbling at the edges
- Cool and Remove:
- Let the cups cool just a couple of minutes. Use a slim knife to gently loosen the edges and lift each pot pie out of the tin so they stay intact
- Garnish and Serve:
- Top your warm pot pies with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and herby finish. Serve just hot enough to touch
Pin I absolutely love the caramelized cheese that forms along the crust edges from baking in the muffin tin. My son now calls dibs on the cheesiest cup every single time. One December we made a giant batch with friends and even the toddlers managed to finish theirs.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate any leftover pizza pot pie cups in an airtight container and they will stay fresh for two days. To reheat, pop them in a toaster oven or back into the muffin tin, covered loosely with foil, for ten minutes so the crust crisps up again. Avoid microwaving if you want to keep the dough from going soggy.
Ingredient Substitutions
Try swapping bell pepper for roasted zucchini or sun-dried tomatoes for something different. Non-dairy cheese can stand in for mozzarella if you have a dairy allergy. Instead of biscuit dough, pizza dough cut into circles gives a chewier bite. Vegetarian or vegan pepperoni works beautifully too.
Serving Suggestions
Let these cups shine as a main dish with a crisp green salad or tangy coleslaw. They are fun finger food for parties or as an after-school snack. Sneak in extra veggies or a bit of chili flake for grown-up spice.
Cultural and Historical Context
This dish channels classic American pizza flavors in a playful, kid-friendly format. Pizza pot pies have roots in all the comfort classics I grew up with and remind me of those deep-dish pies from Chicago, shrunk down for easier eating and sharing.
Pin For melty, pizza-inspired joy any day of the week these pot pie cups are pure magic. Enjoy them hot and savor every cheesy, golden bite.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I keep the biscuit dough from sticking to the muffin tin?
Lightly grease each muffin cup before adding the dough to ensure easy removal and prevent sticking.
- → Can I make these vegetarian?
Absolutely. Replace pepperoni with mushrooms or other vegetables for a meatless variation.
- → What other fillings can I use?
Try adding cooked sausage, ham, or your favorite pizza ingredients for endless customization.
- → How do I reheat leftovers?
Warm cups in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) until heated through for the best texture and flavor.
- → Can I prepare these in advance?
You can assemble the dough and filling ahead, then bake fresh just before serving for best results.
- → Are there gluten-free options?
Use gluten-free biscuit dough and confirm all ingredient labels to accommodate dietary restrictions.