Mini Heart Pizzas
Mini Heart Pizzas are charming, customizable pizzas shaped like hearts, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Rolling Pin
- Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutter
- Pastry Brush
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 cups Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade, fresh and pliable.
Sauce
- 1 cup Pizza Sauce Classic marinara or homemade tomato sauce.
Cheese
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Provides a gooey, cheesy experience.
Oil
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and helps crust color.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor of sauce and cheese.
- to taste Salt Essential for flavor enhancement.
Garnish
- Fresh Basil Optional, adds fragrance and color.
Toppings
- Additional Toppings Sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, or pepperoni.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes. If making your own, prepare and knead until smooth.
- Roll out the dough to about ¼ inch thick and cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the heart-shaped bases on it.
- Brush the tops of each heart with olive oil.
- Add a spoonful of pizza sauce to each heart, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- Add your choice of additional toppings.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning and salt over each pizza.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until cheese is bubbling and crust is golden brown.
- Let cool for a couple of minutes, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.
Notes
These pizzas are perfect for sharing or indulging on your own. Enjoy the fun of customizing each one!