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🍕 Little Caesars Crazy Puffs (Made in a Cupcake Pan!)


If you’ve ever had Little Caesars Crazy Puffs, you already know they’re one of those can’t-stop-eating snacks — soft dough, melty cheese, zesty pepperoni, and that buttery garlic flavor that hits just right. The only problem? They disappear fast and don’t come cheap!
So, I decided to make my own copycat Crazy Puffs right at home — using just a can of crescent dough, a few pantry staples, and my trusty cupcake tray. The result? Golden, cheesy, garlicky little pizza cups that taste just like the real deal (if not better). These are perfect for family movie nights, game days, or when that pizza craving hits but you don’t want to order out.
🧄 Ingredients You’ll Need:
- 1 package crescent dough
- Olive oil (for brushing)
- Italian seasoning, to taste
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Mozzarella or pizza blend cheese
- Pepperoni slices
Optional: Melted butter for brushing after baking (for that Crazy Bread-style finish!)
👩🏽🍳 How to Make Copycat Crazy Puffs:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Lightly grease a cupcake pan with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Unroll your crescent dough and cut it into 8 even squares (press the seams together if needed).
- Press each dough square into a cupcake cup, shaping it like a little bowl — make sure some dough hangs over the edge so it can puff up beautifully.
- First layer: Add a small spoonful of shredded cheese and one slice of pepperoni to the bottom.
- Second layer: Add another sprinkle of cheese and another slice of pepperoni right on top — because one layer just isn’t enough! 😋
- Brush the tops lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden brown, bubbly, and slightly crisp on the edges.
- Optional finishing touch: Brush with melted butter and a pinch more garlic powder and Italian seasoning right after baking for that signature Crazy Bread flavor.
🍽️ Serving Ideas:
Serve your puffs warm with a side of marinara sauce, pizza sauce, or even ranch dressing for dipping. These are perfect for:
- After-school snacks 🍴
- Game night appetizers 🏈
- Party trays or potlucks 🎉
- A fun pizza-night twist for the family 🍕
💡 Tips for Perfect Crazy Puffs:
- Use a cupcake pan — it helps the dough puff up and hold all that cheesy filling.
- Don’t skip the butter at the end! It makes them taste exactly like Little Caesars’ buttery, garlicky goodness.
- Try different toppings — sausage, cooked bacon, or even diced veggies work great too.
- Serve hot and fresh — they taste best right out of the oven when the cheese is still melty and gooey.
❤️ Why You’ll Love These:
- Made with simple grocery store ingredients
- No pizza dough kneading required
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Family and kid-approved
- Perfect Little Caesars dupe — but even fresher!
📌 Save this recipe to your Easy Snacks, Copycat Recipes, or Family Favorites board — because once you make these, you’ll never look at regular pizza the same again!
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