Description
Heart-shaped mini pizzas are a fun and delicious way to celebrate special occasions. Easy to make and customizable with your favorite toppings, these mini pizzas are perfect for Valentine’s Day, date nights, or family meals.
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Tomato sauce or pizza sauce
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Pepperoni slices
- Bell peppers, thinly sliced
- Mushrooms, sliced
- Olives, sliced
- Fresh basil
- Garlic powder
- Italian seasoning
- Olive oil
- Flour (for rolling the dough)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface until about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut out heart shapes using a heart-shaped cookie cutter or a knife. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Spread sauce evenly on each heart-shaped dough piece.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella over the sauce and add Parmesan cheese.
- Add toppings of choice (pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, etc.).
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the pizzas.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!
Notes
- Vegetarian Option – Skip the meat and add more veggies like spinach, tomatoes, or artichokes.
- Cheese Lover’s Delight – Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, gouda, or feta.
- Spicy Kick – Add red pepper flakes or jalapeños for a spicy twist.
- BBQ Chicken – Use BBQ sauce instead of pizza sauce and top with shredded chicken and red onions.
- Gluten-Free – Use gluten-free pizza dough for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: mini pizzas, heart-shaped pizza, Valentine’s Day recipe, homemade pizza, easy pizza recipe