Mini Heart Pizzas
These Mini Heart Pizzas are fun, festive, and incredibly easy to make. With crispy edges, melty cheese, and customizable toppings, they’re perfect for Valentine’s Day, kids’ parties, themed dinners, or a playful family pizza night—ready in about 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade, room temperature
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ –¾ cup pizza sauce
- Flavor Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- Pantry Staples & Toppings
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: pepperoni olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, cooked sausage, basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide pizza dough into small portions (about golf-ball size). Let rest for 5 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a small circle about ¼-inch thick.
- Use a knife or heart-shaped cutter to shape each piece into a heart.
- Transfer dough hearts to baking sheet and lightly brush with olive oil.
- Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over each heart, leaving a small border.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and add desired toppings.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden.
- Remove from oven and rest for 2–3 minutes. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning or fresh basil before serving.
Notes
- Don’t overload with sauce or toppings—less is better for crisp crust.
- Let dough come to room temperature to prevent shrinking.
- For extra crispiness, bake on the lower oven rack for the last 1–2 minutes.