Description
These adorable heart-shaped pizzas are perfect for a romantic dinner or a fun family night! Customize with your favorite toppings, from classic pepperoni to veggie-packed creations, and create a personalized pizza that’s as cute as it is delicious. Whether for Valentine’s Day or just because, these pizzas are a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
- Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangular shape.
- Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter or a knife to cut the dough into heart shapes.
- Place the heart-shaped dough pieces onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each heart-shaped crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
- Add your favorite toppings, such as pepperoni, veggies, or olives.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle lightly with olive oil, then garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Notes
- You can make the dough ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days before using.
- Experiment with different cheeses or toppings like mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for a unique twist.
- If you want an extra crispy crust, brush the edges of the dough with olive oil before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snack, Party Food
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Keywords: heart-shaped pizza, pizza for valentines, fun pizza recipe, homemade pizza, romantic pizza