Mini Deep Dish Crescent Roll Pizzas Recipe

Introduction

Mini Deep Dish Crescent Roll Pizzas are a quick and fun way to enjoy personalized pizza bites. With simple ingredients and easy assembly, they make a perfect snack or party treat that everyone can customize to their taste.

Ingredients

• 1 tube Crescent Roll Dough (can substitute with homemade pizza dough)
• 1 cup Marinara Sauce (can substitute with pizza sauce or pesto)
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (other cheeses can be used for varying flavors)
• 1 cup Pepperoni (can use assorted veggies for vegetarian option)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your muffin tin.
2. Step 2: Unroll and separate the crescent roll dough into individual triangles.
3. Step 3: Press each triangle into the greased muffin tin to form the crust.
4. Step 4: Spoon marinara sauce into each mini crust.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
6. Step 6: Add your chosen toppings over the cheese.
7. Step 7: Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
8. Step 8: Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use different cheeses like cheddar, provolone, or goat cheese for unique flavors.
• Try topping with sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or olives for a vegetarian option.
• For a crispier crust, prebake the dough-lined muffin cups for 3-4 minutes before adding sauce and toppings.
• Make these ahead and freeze before baking; bake directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or regular oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pizza dough instead of crescent roll dough?

Yes, regular or homemade pizza dough works well and gives a chewier crust. Just roll it out and cut into small rounds to fit your muffin tin.

Can I make these vegan?

Absolutely. Use a vegan crescent roll dough, dairy-free cheese, and your favorite vegetable toppings or plant-based pepperoni options.

Mini Deep Dish Crescent Roll Pizzas Recipe

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These Mini Deep Dish Crescent Roll Pizzas are a quick, fun, and customizable appetizer or snack perfect for any occasion. Using crescent roll dough as the crust, they are filled with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your choice of toppings, then baked to golden perfection in a muffin tin. Easy to prepare and perfect for personalized flavors, they’re a kid-friendly favorite and great for parties or casual meals.

• Author: Lena
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 12 mini pizzas 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Crust

• 1 tube Crescent Roll Dough (Can substitute with homemade pizza dough)

Sauce

• 1 cup Marinara Sauce (Can substitute with pizza sauce or pesto)

Cheese

• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (Other cheeses can be used for varying flavors)

Toppings

• 1 cup Pepperoni (Can use assorted veggies for vegetarian option)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Muffin Tin: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease your muffin tin to prevent sticking.
2. Prepare Dough: Unroll and separate the crescent roll dough into individual triangles, which will form the mini pizza crusts.
3. Form Crusts: Press each crescent roll triangle firmly into the greased muffin tin cups, shaping them into little bowls to hold the toppings.
4. Add Sauce: Spoon about a tablespoon of marinara sauce into the bottom of each dough-lined muffin cup.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce in each mini pizza.
6. Add Toppings: Place your chosen toppings, like pepperoni slices or veggies, evenly on top of the cheese layer.
7. Bake: Bake the assembled mini pizzas in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and allow the mini pizzas to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin and serving.

Notes

• You can customize these pizzas with any toppings you like, including vegetables or different kinds of cheese.
• For a vegetarian option, substitute pepperoni with an assortment of sliced vegetables.
• Using a non-stick or well-greased muffin tin helps to easily remove the mini pizzas.
• If you prefer a crispier crust, bake a few minutes longer, watching carefully to prevent burning.
• These mini pizzas are great for parties, snacks, or a quick meal for kids and adults alike.

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