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National Pizza Day is the perfect excuse to get creative in the kitchen and enjoy some delicious pizza! Whether you’re a fan of classic toppings or love experimenting with new flavours, there are endless ways to make this day extra special. From personal mini pizzas to indulgent dessert pizzas, these five fun and tasty pizza ideas will help you celebrate in style. Grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in some pizza perfection!

 

Personalized Mini Pizzas

  • Give each person their own small pizza base to top with their favourite ingredients. It’s a fun way to let everyone customize their pizza just the way they like it!
  • Ingredients:
    • 4 small pizza bases (store-bought or homemade)
    • Tomato sauce
    • Shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Assorted toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, onions, etc.

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    2. Place the mini pizza bases on a baking sheet.
    3. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce on each base.
    4. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top.
    5. Add your favourite toppings (let each person choose their own).
    6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
    7. Remove from the oven, slice, and enjoy!

DIY Pizza Bar

  • Set up a pizza-making station with various toppings like pepperoni, veggies, cheeses, and sauces. Let everyone create their own masterpiece and bake them to perfection.
  • Ingredients:
    • Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
    • Tomato sauce, pesto, or white sauce
    • Shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Assorted toppings: pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, spinach, olives, pineapple, etc.

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
    2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into individual-sized rounds.
    3. Set up a toppings bar with various sauces, cheeses, and toppings.
    4. Let each person top their dough with their favourite ingredients.
    5. Transfer the pizzas to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
    6. Slice and enjoy your custom creations!

Stuffed Crust Pizza

  • Elevate your pizza by adding cheese or a filling like garlic butter into the crust before baking. It’s a delicious twist on the classic!
  • Ingredients:
    • Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
    • Tomato sauce
    • Shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
    • Garlic butter (for crust)
    • Additional toppings: pepperoni, sausage, bell peppers, etc.

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
    2. Roll out the pizza dough into a circle on a floured surface.
    3. Sprinkle a layer of cheese along the outer edge of the dough (about 1 inch from the edge).
    4. Fold the dough over the cheese and pinch the edges to seal it, forming a stuffed crust.
    5. Spread tomato sauce over the center of the pizza and add your toppings.
    6. Brush the stuffed crust with garlic butter.
    7. Sprinkle mozzarella on top and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
    8. Slice and serve!

Dessert Pizza

  • Swap savoury for sweet by using a cookie dough base and topping it with chocolate chips, marshmallows, fruit, and drizzles of caramel or Nutella for a decadent treat.
  • Ingredients:
    • 1 package of cookie dough (or homemade)
    • Nutella or chocolate spread
    • Marshmallows
    • Sliced strawberries or other berries
    • Mini chocolate chips
    • Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    2. Roll out the cookie dough into a pizza shape on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    3. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the dough is golden brown. Let it cool.
    4. Spread a thin layer of Nutella or chocolate spread over the cooled cookie crust.
    5. Add mini marshmallows, strawberries, and chocolate chips on top.
    6. Return the pizza to the oven for 2-3 minutes until the marshmallows are lightly toasted.
    7. Dust with powdered sugar (optional) and slice to serve.

Flatbread Pizza

  • For a lighter option, use flatbreads or pita bread as the base. Top with fresh ingredients, and bake for a crispy, quick pizza that’s easy to share!
  • Ingredients:
    • 4 pieces of flatbread or pita bread
    • Olive oil
    • Tomato sauce or pesto
    • Shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Toppings: fresh basil, arugula, prosciutto, olives, tomatoes, etc.

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
    2. Place the flatbread on a baking sheet.
    3. Brush the top of each flatbread with olive oil.
    4. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce or pesto over each flatbread.
    5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and add your favourite toppings.
    6. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the flatbread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
    7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh herbs like basil or arugula.
    8. Slice and serve!

These creative pizza ideas are perfect for making National Pizza Day a fun and tasty celebration!