Heart-Shaped Pizza
A delightful and customizable pizza in a heart shape that's perfect for any occasion, bringing joy and love to your meal.
Ingrédients
Pizza Base
- 1 round Pizza Dough Homemade or store-bought
Pizza Sauce
- 1/2 cup Pizza Sauce Your favorite brand or homemade
Cheese
- 1 1/2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
Toppings
- 1 cup Pepperoni (sliced) Optional; can substitute with turkey/plant-based options
- 1/2 cup Bell Peppers (diced) Any color
- 1/2 medium Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup Olives (sliced)
- a handful Fresh Basil To garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on the counter. If using homemade pizza dough, allow it to come to room temperature. Pre-chop your vegetables, slice the olives, and have your cheese ready.
- Set your oven to 475°F (245°C) to preheat.
Making the Pizza
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough and stretch it into a heart shape.
- Transfer the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving a small border for the crust.
- Spread pizza sauce over the dough, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly.
- Layer your toppings such as pepperoni, diced bell peppers, sliced onions, and olives.
Baking
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
Serving
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil and slice into triangular pieces. Serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze wrapped slices.