Description
A festive and delicious pizza shaped like a Christmas wreath, perfect for holiday gatherings. This recipe offers a fun and edible centerpiece for your Christmas dinner or party.
Ingredients
- 1 ball of pizza dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pepperoni or other desired toppings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Red bell pepper strips for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large circle, about 12-14 inches in diameter.
- Carefully transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
- Arrange your chosen toppings (like pepperoni) over the cheese.
- Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut a circle in the center of the pizza, about 4-5 inches in diameter, to create the wreath shape. Remove the center dough.
- Brush the crust with olive oil.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the pizza cool slightly before garnishing with fresh basil leaves or red bell pepper strips, if desired.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can use pre-made pizza dough for convenience.
- Experiment with different toppings like mushrooms, olives, or cooked sausage.
- For a crispier crust, bake directly on a pizza stone.
- Consider adding a sprinkle of garlic powder to the crust before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian