18 Recipes for Pizza Perfection
There's nothing quite like a slice or two of melty pizza! Whether you're a classic pizza lover of tomato sauce, cheese, and meat... or you live on the wild side and like to throw in a few creative toppings, these 18 Creative Pizza Recipes will definitely give you some inspiration for pizza night. From breakfast to dessert — pizzas are a great option any time of day!
1. Summery Dessert Pizza
Pizza is perfect for every meal–dinner, breakfast, lunch, dessert... wait, dessert? Yep, Summery Dessert Pizza makes it possible for pizza to enter the final course category! It has all the characteristics of a savory pizza but with a sweet, summer-time twist! Like a crispy, vanilla cookie crust that's smothered with a creamy, rich "sauce." You can't forget the toppings! Rather than pepperoni and cheese, your teeth will be sinking into all your favorite fruits that are even better than usual because they're coated in a sugary citrus glaze to add even more sweetness. See? This Summer Dessert Pizza qualifies for the beloved sweet course and is sure to steal a "pizza" your heart!
See More2. Nacho Pizza
No tortillas here! Nacho Pizza uses a pizza crust as the base for the big Tex-Mex flavor and it's just so much fun! Bright tomatoes, pickled jalapeños, extra savory refried beans, and tangy barbeque beef is piled high, nacho-style, with a blanket of melty cheese! And then comes Nacho Pizza's secret weapon; all the nacho toppings you could want! This is a fusion meal that's just so snackable!
See More3. Cast-Iron Skillet Pepperoni Pizza
Using a cast iron skillet to make pizza creates a uniquely crunchy, buttery crust, unlike anything you’ve ever tasted before. You know how some folks eat pizza but leave the crusts behind? That doesn’t happen with Cast-Iron Skillet Pepperoni Pizza. This pizza has all the cheesy, rich, melty flavor of pizza, and the spicy saltiness of pepperoni, but on top of the best pizza crust you’ve ever tasted. Cast-Iron Skillet Pepperoni Pizza is actually really straightforward to make and only needs just over half an hour to make, so you can put down the delivery menu when you need a slice!
See More4. Baguette Pizza
Ditch the delivery! Make pizza night a Baguette Pizza night instead! Really, it's so simple — just take a fresh, buttery, French baguette, add a beautiful savory onion and mushroom mixture topped with melted mozzarella cheese, tomatoes slices, and fresh basil leaves and you have an irresistible bite of Italian finery right in your own kitchen! When you want your pizza, you want it to be better and you want it quicker. That's Baguette Pizza!
See More5. Amazing White Pizza
Be prepared to be amazed! This Amazing White Pizza is unlike any other you have tasted or seen before! Packing a personal-sized punch, this crispy crust gets layered with some rich garlic oil, a whole lot of melty mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of herby Italian seasoning to create a pizza every person will appreciate! Leave the red sauce in the pantry and get ready to be in awe with this Amazing White Pizza. It's simple yet oh-so decadent!
See More6. Snoozefest Pizza
Hit the snooze button on boring breakfast fare! Snoozefest Pizza will have you up and at 'em to start the day off right! A super easy, homemade crust is quickly put together, then topped with baby spinach, mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes, an egg, and some savory bacon pieces for the breakfast of (wide-awake) champions! Don't sleep on this one, Snoozefest Pizza will reawaken your love for a great breakfast. And overnight your whole family will become morning people again! You snooze, you lose!
See More7. Tortilla Pizza
This is not like store-bought pizza bagels. Tortilla Pizza is as if pizza bagels took the next step to become more than just a frozen snack. In fact, Tortilla Pizza already has pizza bagels beat in terms of cheesiness; they are all stuffed-crust pizzas! And they're crunchy and topped with rich pizza sauce and melty cheese. Mmmm, these are so good for something made in just half an hour! All the fun of a snack with the heartiness of a meal!
See More8. Top Chef's Pizza
What makes Top Chef's Pizza so high-quality? It all comes down to the crust; instead of traditional pizza dough, Top Chef's Pizza uses something closer to focaccia bread. The naturally flavorful, fluffy, and tender bread is perfect for piling high with rich pizza sauce and melty cheese and... well, whatever you want! There's no limit to the pizzas you could build with this crust!
See More9. 20-Minute BBQ Chicken Pizza
Don’t wait for delivery when you have a hankering for pizza! 20-Minute BBQ Chicken Pizza is faster than any take-out and even more delicious! The chicken is juicy and coated in the smoky-sweet barbeque sauce, which creates a nice contrast with the tangy red onions! This pizza has all of the delicious cheese stretchiness and meltiness that makes pizza so alluring without the wait! 20-Minute BBQ Chicken Pizza will become a weeknight favorite or a weekend snack the second you try it!
See More10. Best Margherita Pizza
Hold the delivery! Best Margherita Pizza will convince you to never call for takeout again! This homemade pizza dough is the perfect foundation for the zesty tomato sauce, creamy Parmigiano-Reggiano and mozzarella, and the tasty basil that all join in flavorful forces when baked until golden-brown. Smell and taste the difference when you make the Best Margherita Pizza. Mamma mia, it's so good!
See More11. Caramel Apple Pizza
Some people think pizza automatically means savory. But we can always broaden our horizons, can't we? The Caramel Apple Pizza certainly thinks so, and it has the flavor to not just change minds, but hearts (and tastebuds)! A crumbly, tender, buttery sugar cookie crust lays the stage for diced, crispy, juicy apples and chocolate candies, which is already a great start. But it's the sauce that'll have you coming back again and again: creamy, tangy, with notes of rich caramel and the perfect amount of sweetness. Mmmm, Caramel Apple Pizza might sound like a fall or winter treat, but anytime you need a slice of something scrumptious, there's nothing better.
See More12. Shortcake Pizza
Shortcake Pizza follows in a long line of dessert pizzas, but this one just may take the cake, so to speak! That's because the bread underneath the tender, bright, and sweet strawberries isn't pizza dough, but homemade shortbread! So buttery, crumbly, and sugary; it's oh so delicious! Shortcake Pizza is the summery and shareable dessert everyone's going to want!
See More13. Taco Crescent Pizza
If you're looking for a change of pace on a boring old Tuesday, we have a pie of excellence just for you! This head-turning Taco Crescent Pizza will turn your typical Tuesdays into a poppin' good pizza party! Built on a tender crescent roll crust, topped with a tangy sour cream and cream cheese layer, loaded with taco-y ground beef, savory olives, juicy tomatoes, crunchy lettuce, and all the bold cheddar and mellow mozzarella a taco-inspired pizza could ask for... well, our friends, you've just opened up a whole new world of deliciousness! Let the crowd-pleasing Taco Crescent Pizza be your new Taco Tuesday (or any day!) go-to. So easy and so good, you will love this change of pace. We're so happy it's Tuesday!
See More14. Deep-Dish Taco Pizza
Some ideas sound so absurdly delicious it's hard to believe they could exist in real life. Deep-Dish Taco Pizza is one of those dishes, with the only difference being that it definitely exists. The homemade pizza crust holds a delicious mixture of savory, spicy taco meat, hearty refried beans, and melty, creamy, sharp-yet-balanced cheese. And then it gets better! Yes, really! Deep-Dish Taco Pizza is the perfect vessel for all of your favorite Tex-Mex toppings to really kick the happiness up a notch! Never debate whether to order out for pizza or tacos again; why not have both?
See More15. Brownie Pizza
Step aside boring vanilla fruit pizza, because this Brownie Pizza is about to come along and blow your mind! Go ahead and cut yourself a slice of goodness that comes with a sweet, fudgy brownie crust, topped with a rich and sugary frosting that's sprinkled with fresh, juicy strawberries and a drizzle of melty chocolate. Sounds like dessert heaven, right?! Brownie Pizza is a fun, new way to do dessert and we're totally here for it!
See More16. Busy-Day Breakfast Pizza
We know how it feels to have to rush out the door before you can even get a good breakfast in. But Busy-Day Breakfast Pizza is here to say "No more" to that! In just half an hour, you'll be armed and ready with a breakfast that guarantees you'll be energized for the day! Golden-brown pizza crust holds up a savory gravy topped with succulent pork sausage and melted mozzarella cheese. And they say pizza isn't for breakfast! Busy-Day Breakfast Pizza can turn a stressful day into an amazing day in just a slice or two!
See More17. Fruit Pizza
We tend to think of pizza as a dinner or lunch food, but with a slight shift in ingredients you can create a dessert perfect for sharing! Fruit Pizza has the hearty and irresistible crust of a pizza but is topped with a sweet and creamy sauce perfect for accenting the flavor of fruits. And the best part is Fruit Pizza is topped with your favorite fruits so you always have the flavors you love most for a sweet treat!
See More18. Ballpark Pizza
Take us out to the ballgame! Take us out to the crowd! Or, you know, take us to the dinner table so we can enjoy a slice or two of Ballpark Pizza! This chili-dog inspired pizza has savory hot dog pieces, hot chili, melty cheddar cheese, and the traditional sprinkling of onion and relish on top that really capture getting a dog at the game! Plus, it has mustard! Who doesn't like mustard on their hot dogs? Ballpark Pizza is so, so good, you might not care if you ever get back to traditional pizzas!
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