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Crispy Heart Shaped Mini Pizzas

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These adorable heart shaped mini pizzas feature a crispy crust, gooey cheese, and customizable toppings, making them the perfect party snack or family treat. Quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 package refrigerated pizza dough (about 13.8 oz)
  • All-purpose flour, for dusting
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup mini pepperoni slices or diced regular pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers (red and green)
  • 2 tablespoons sliced black olives
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Lightly flour your work surface. Roll out pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out hearts, rerolling scraps as needed.
  3. Arrange hearts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each.
  4. Mix olive oil and garlic powder in a small bowl. Brush edges of each heart with the mixture and sprinkle a pinch of salt around the edges.
  5. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce onto each heart, spreading gently but leaving edges bare.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and a touch of Parmesan over each mini pizza.
  7. Add mini pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, or desired toppings. Optionally, sprinkle dried oregano or Italian seasoning.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden and cheese is bubbling. Rotate pan halfway through for even browning.
  9. Let mini pizzas cool for 3-4 minutes after baking. Top with chopped basil or parsley if desired.
  10. Serve warm. For make-ahead, cool on a wire rack to keep bottoms crisp.

Notes

Don’t overload toppings for best crispiness. For gluten-free or dairy-free, substitute dough and cheese as needed. Bake on parchment for easy removal. Cool on wire rack to keep bottoms crisp. For extra crunch, sprinkle cornmeal on baking sheet before arranging dough.

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