Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Wonton Cups
Crispy baked wonton wrappers filled with tangy pizza sauce, savory pepperoni, and plenty of gooey melted cheese. These little pizza cups make an easy appetizer, snack, or fun family dinner.
Ingredients
Makes: 12 cups
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 15–18 minutes
For the pizza cups
- 12 wonton wrappers
- ¾ cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¾ cup mini pepperoni or finely chopped pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, optional
- Cooking spray or a little olive oil
Optional toppings
- Chopped bell pepper
- Finely diced onion
- Sliced black olives
- Cooked crumbled sausage
- Mushrooms
- Red pepper flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray or olive oil.
2. Make the filling
In a bowl, combine:
- Mozzarella
- Cheddar
- Parmesan
- Italian seasoning
- Garlic powder
Set aside about ¼ cup of the cheese mixture for topping.
3. Form the wonton cups
Place one wonton wrapper into each muffin cup.
Gently press the wrapper down into the bottom and up the sides, allowing the corners to stick up slightly.
For sturdier cups, you can use two wonton wrappers per cup, rotating the second wrapper slightly so the corners don’t line up.
4. Add the filling
Add about 1 tablespoon pizza sauce to each cup.
Don’t overfill—the sauce can bubble over while baking.
Add a layer of chopped pepperoni, followed by the cheese mixture.
Top with a few additional pieces of pepperoni and the reserved cheese.
5. Bake
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the wonton edges are golden brown and crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
For extra browning, bake for another 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
6. Cool and serve
Let the cups cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.
Carefully loosen the edges with a small spatula or butter knife and transfer them to a serving plate.
Finish with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
⭐ Tips for Crispy Pizza Cups
- Don’t use too much sauce. Excess sauce can make the wonton wrappers soggy.
- For maximum crispiness, lightly spray the exposed wonton edges with cooking spray before baking.
- Low-moisture mozzarella gives the best cheesy texture without making the cups watery.
- Let them cool briefly before removing them from the muffin pan so they hold their shape.
- For a stronger pizza flavor, add a small amount of Parmesan to each cup before baking.
🔥 Air Fryer Method
Place prepared wonton cups in the air-fryer basket without overcrowding.
Cook at 350°F (175°C) for about 7–9 minutes, checking early because wonton wrappers brown quickly.
🌰 Nut & Allergy Information
Contains:
- Wheat/gluten: wonton wrappers
- Milk/dairy: mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan
- May contain: soy, depending on the wonton wrappers, pepperoni, and cheese brands
Peanuts: None in the standard recipe.
Tree nuts: None in the standard recipe.
For someone with a serious allergy, check the labels of the wonton wrappers, pizza sauce, pepperoni, and cheeses, including their allergen and cross-contact statements.
Nut-free
The recipe itself contains no peanuts or tree nuts.
Gluten-free
Traditional wonton wrappers contain wheat. Gluten-free wonton-style wrappers can be substituted if available and suitable for your dietary needs.
❓ Q&A
Can I use regular pizza dough instead of wonton wrappers?
Yes. Cut pizza dough into small squares or circles and press them into the muffin pan. They will be thicker and more bread-like.
Can I use only mozzarella?
Absolutely. Mozzarella alone makes deliciously gooey pizza cups.
Can I make these without pepperoni?
Yes. Replace it with cooked sausage, mushrooms, olives, vegetables, or simply make them cheese pizza cups.
Why did my wonton cups become soggy?
Usually from too much sauce or moisture-heavy toppings. Use a modest amount of sauce and drain watery toppings well.
Can I prepare them ahead?
You can assemble them several hours ahead and refrigerate them covered. Bake shortly before serving for the crispiest result.
Can I freeze them?
Yes. Cool completely, place them in an airtight freezer container, and freeze. Reheat in an oven or air fryer until hot and crisp.
What dipping sauce goes with them?
Warm marinara or pizza sauce is perfect. Ranch dressing also works well with the pepperoni version.
Can I make them vegetarian?
Yes—simply omit the pepperoni and add vegetables such as mushrooms, peppers, onions, or olives.
How do I keep the cheese from burning?
Bake on the center rack and avoid placing an excessive amount of cheese directly against the exposed wonton edges.
How long do leftovers last?
Refrigerate in a covered container and use within 3–4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer to restore some crispness.
