Description
These Carnivore Pizza Muffins are a delicious, protein-packed snack or appetizer perfect for pizza lovers craving a low-carb, savory bite. Combining ground beef, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese into a convenient muffin form, they are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese & Meat
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked ground beef
- 1/4 cup pepperoni slices
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the muffins evenly.
- Combine dry and meat ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, grated mozzarella, cooked ground beef, and pepperoni slices, ensuring all the dry and meaty elements are well distributed.
- Add seasonings and eggs: Add the eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the bowl for flavor and binding the mixture together.
- Mix thoroughly: Stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly combined, forming a cohesive batter for the muffins.
- Prepare muffin tin: Grease a muffin tin well to prevent sticking and then fill each cup with the prepared mixture, distributing equally to form 12 muffins.
- Bake the muffins: Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the muffins turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Once baked, let the muffins cool slightly in the tin before carefully removing them to avoid breakage. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or sausage for variation.
- Make sure ground beef is fully cooked before adding to the mixture to ensure food safety.
- Use full-fat mozzarella for best flavor and texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving to restore crispness.
