Grown-Up English Muffin Pizzas

Elevate your snack game with Grown-Up English Muffin Pizzas, ready in just 20 minutes. Start with whole wheat English muffins, add a layer of pizza sauce, mozzarella, diced Roma tomatoes, and basil, then broil to melted perfection. Finish with arugula and a touch of pesto for a sophisticated twist on a classic favorite. This versatile recipe offers plant-based and gluten-free options, ensuring everyone can indulge in this delicious treat. Perfect for a quick meal or a fun cooking activity with kids, these mini pizzas promise gourmet flavors with minimal effort.

Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes

Ingredients:

●  4 whole wheat English muffins

●  ¼ cup pesto

●  2 cup pizza sauce

●  2 roma tomato, small dice

●  1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

●  Basil, torn into small pieces, for serving

●  Arugula, for serving


Directions:

Toast all English muffin halves in the toaster to each person’s liking before topping. Lay English muffins halves out on a broiler safe sheet tray. Top each half with ¼ C pizza sauce, 2 Tbsp shredded mozzarella cheese, roma tomatoes and basil. Place under the broiler until the cheese is melted and golden. Keep an eye on them, the cheese will brown quickly. Remove from the oven and top with arugula and a dollop of pesto. Serve alongside your favorite vegetable or simple sliced tomatoes seasoned with salt and pepper.

Plant-based: Use vegan pesto and swap shredded mozzarella for nutritional yeast or vegan cheese shreds.


Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:

Gluten-free: Use gluten-free English muffins.

Kid-friendly: Omit the pesto and use extra pizza sauce, you can also add mini pepperoni to the top.