Description
Transform a classic pizza into a festive centerpiece with this delicious Christmas Tree Pizza that’s perfect for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
- Olive oil, for brushing
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, let it heat up for 10-15 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large triangle shape.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- Use sliced red bell peppers to create a garland pattern; arrange cherry tomatoes and olives as ornaments.
- Place a star-shaped piece of dough at the top of the tree.
- Brush the edges with olive oil and bake for 12-15 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve.
Notes
Customize toppings based on your preferences or dietary needs. You can use pre-made dough to save time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
