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If you love pizza night but want something a little more nourishing (and weeknight-friendly), these Pizza Meatloaf Muffins are going to be right up your alley. They’ve got all the flavors you crave from a savory sauce to melty cheese, and that classic pizza seasoning, but tucked into a protein-packed, perfectly portioned mini meatloaf. They’re quick to make, easy to store, and honestly, one of those recipes you’ll find yourself coming back to again and again.
Whether you’re prepping lunches for the week, feeding hungry kids after school, or just need a no-fuss dinner, these check every box.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These are one of those recipes that just work for real life.
- All the pizza flavor, no fuss
- High-protein and satisfying
- Kid-friendly and freezer-friendly
- Perfect for meal prep or grab-and-go meals
- Ready in about 30 minutes
Plus, baking them in a muffin tin means built-in portion control and faster cook time than a traditional meatloaf.
Ingredients You’ll Need for Pizza Meatloaf Muffins
*Scroll down to the recipe card for the full recipe and ingredient list!
- Ground Turkey: The base of these muffins. I love using turkey here; it keeps things lighter but is still super satisfying.
- Eggs: Help bind everything together so the muffins hold their shape.
- Turkey Pepperoni: Adds that classic pizza flavor with a slightly lighter twist. You can swap for regular pepperoni if preferred.
- Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: For that gooey, melty, pizza-style finish (and a little goes inside and on top!).
- Almond Flour: A gluten-free alternative to breadcrumbs that keeps the texture tender without drying things out.
- Pizza Sauce: Adds moisture and that signature pizza flavor; use your favorite store-bought or homemade sauce.
- Italian Seasoning: A must for that classic herby flavor.
- Garlic Powder & Onion Powder: Adds depth and savoriness.
- Sea Salt: Enhances all the flavors.
How to Make Pizza Meatloaf
- Preheat your oven to 400ºF and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- Mix the base: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, eggs, chopped pepperoni, half of the mozzarella, almond flour, half the pizza sauce, and all the seasonings. Mix until just combined.
- Portion into the pan: Scoop the mixture evenly into the muffin cups, gently smoothing the tops.
- Add sauce: Spoon or brush a little extra pizza sauce over each one.
- Bake: Bake for about 15 minutes, or until fully cooked through (internal temp should reach 165ºF).
- Broil for that pizza finish: Top with the remaining cheese and pepperoni, then broil for a few minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Serve or store: Enjoy warm, or let cool completely before storing for meal prep.
Tips for Success
Don’t overmix: This keeps the muffins tender instead of dense.
Use a cookie scoop: Makes portioning quick and even.
Line or grease your muffin tin well: These can stick a bit because of the cheese.
Broil at the end: This is what gives that true “pizza” vibe—don’t skip it!
Variations & Swaps
Make these your own depending on what you have on hand:
- Swap ground turkey → ground beef or chicken
- Add finely chopped veggies (like bell peppers or spinach)
- Use dairy-free cheese if needed
- Try different toppings: olives, mushrooms, or cooked sausage
- Make them smaller (mini muffins) for bite-sized snacks
Meal Prep + Storage Tips
These are made for prepping ahead:
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 2–3 months.
- To reheat: Warm in the oven, toaster oven, or microwave until heated through.
They’re just as good reheated—and honestly, even cold straight from the fridge isn’t bad either.
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Pizza Meatloaf Muffins (Gluten-Free)
Ingredients
- 2 lb. ground turkey
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1-1/4 cup turkey pepperoni divided and finely chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella divided
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup good-quality pizza sauce divided
- 2 teaspoons italian seasoning
- 1-1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 400ºF.
- In a large bowl combine ground turkey, 2 beaten eggs, 1 cup turkey pepperoni, 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella, almond flour, 1/4 cup pizza sauce, italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder and onion powder. Mix until fully combined.
- In a muffin tin, place 1/2 cup mixture in 9 tins and smooth the mound on the top. (See note)
- Brush remaining pizza sauce on top of each muffin.
- Bake for 15 minutes, or until turkey is fully cooked to 165ºF.
- Remove from oven and turn broiler on to high.
- Divide remaining cheese and pepperoni on top of meat muffins and place under broiler until cheese has melted and begun to melt and bubble, about 3 minutes.
- Serve warm with salad, or fully cool and pack away for meal prep.
Notes
Nutrition
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This was fantastic. I was afraid it wouldn’t be enough for my big family of big eaters, but we had plenty for the 6 of us. Served with mashed potatoes. I think next time I’ll add sliced black olives. Yum.