Description
This delightful Heart Shaped Pizza recipe combines classic flavors with a fun, romantic presentation. Perfect for special occasions or family dinners, it features a homemade or store-bought dough topped with rich marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and colorful assorted toppings baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Sauce
- 1 cup marinara sauce
Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup assorted toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, etc.)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for a crispy crust and perfectly cooked toppings.
- Shape the dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a heart shape, making it about ¼ inch thick for an even bake and nice crust texture.
- Add the sauce: Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the shaped dough, making sure to leave a small border around the edges so the crust can crisp up.
- Add cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, covering the surface but not overloading it to maintain balance in flavors.
- Top your pizza: Scatter your favorite assorted toppings such as pepperoni, bell peppers, and onions over the cheese, keeping the distribution even to ensure every bite has a bit of everything.
- Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the crust turns a beautiful golden brown.
Notes
- Use a pizza stone or baking sheet for best baking results and a crisper crust.
- Feel free to customize toppings according to your preference or dietary needs.
- To make the crust extra crispy, pre-bake the shaped dough for 3-5 minutes before adding toppings.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.
- For homemade dough, ensure it has properly rested and risen for best texture.
