English Muffin Pizza Minis — Fast, Fun, and Ready in 20 Minutes
English muffins loaded with Albanese''s Finest Pizza Sauce, melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. Ready in under 20 minutes — perfect for kids, game day, or a quick weeknight snack.
Watch: English Muffin Pizza Minis
Ingredients
- 1 jar Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce (16 oz)
- 6 English muffins, split in half (12 halves)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni slices
- Sliced green bell pepper
- Sliced black olives
- Sliced mushrooms
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
- 2Split English muffins in half and arrange cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- 3Spoon a generous layer of Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce onto each muffin half.
- 4Top each with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 5Add pepperoni, bell pepper, olives, mushrooms, or whatever you love.
- 6Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if desired.
- 7Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden.
- 8Let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Pro Tips
Bold Pizza Sauce. No Added Sugar. Ready in 20 Minutes.
Some recipes are just fun. English muffin pizza minis are exactly that — fast, customizable, and genuinely delicious when you start with a great sauce. Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce is bold and bright right out of the jar, which means these little pizzas taste like the real thing without any extra work.
Perfect for kids, game day, after-school snacks, or any time you want pizza without the wait.
- 1 jar Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce (16 oz)
- 6 English muffins, split in half (12 halves)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni slices
- Sliced green bell pepper
- Sliced black olives
- Sliced mushrooms
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Step 1 — Preheat. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with foil.
Step 2 — Prep the muffins. Split English muffins in half and arrange cut-side up on the baking sheet.
Step 3 — Add the sauce. Spoon a generous layer of Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce onto each muffin half.
Step 4 — Add the cheese. Top each with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 5 — Add your toppings. Add pepperoni, bell pepper, olives, mushrooms, or whatever you love.
Step 6 — Season. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if desired.
Step 7 — Bake. Bake for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden.
Step 8 — Cool and serve. Let cool for 2 minutes before serving.
Toast the muffins first. For a crispier base, lightly toast the English muffins before adding sauce and toppings. This prevents sogginess, especially if you're loading them up.
Don't overload the sauce. A generous spoonful is perfect — too much sauce makes the muffins soggy. The Pizza Sauce is bold enough that a little goes a long way.
Make a topping bar. Set out small bowls of different toppings and let everyone build their own. Kids love it.
About the Sauce
Albanese's Finest Pizza Sauce is made with premium tomatoes and bold Italian seasoning — no added sugar, no fillers. It's the authentic Italian gourmet pizza sauce that makes homemade pizza taste like it came from a real pizzeria.
No added sugar. Small-batch. Founder-made.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this English Muffin Pizza Minis ahead of time?
Yes — this dish reheats beautifully. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or pasta water to loosen the sauce.
What makes Albanese's Finest Original Marinara different?
Most jarred marinara sauces add sugar to mask the acidity of cheap tomatoes. Albanese's Finest uses no added sugar — which means the natural sweetness of premium vine-ripened tomatoes comes through clean. Small-batch, founder-made in Western New York.
Is Albanese's Finest sauce gluten-free?
The sauce itself contains no gluten ingredients. Always check the current label for the most up-to-date allergen information.
Where can I buy Albanese's Finest sauce?
Available online at albanesesfinest.com with shipping available. Check our shop for current availability and bundle options.
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