Save to Pinterest Miniature pizzas shaped like maple leaves, topped with vibrant autumn-hued vegetables and a sweet touch of maple, perfect for festive gatherings.
This recipe brings a cozy fall feeling to every bite, making it a favorite at seasonal parties and family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 pound (450 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), All-purpose flour for dusting
- Sauce: 1/3 cup (80 ml) tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 1 clove garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings: 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup (60 g) shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 small red bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/2 small yellow bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/2 small orange bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced, 1/4 cup (30 g) baby spinach chopped, 2 tablespoons corn kernels optional, Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare dough:
- On a lightly floured surface roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Using a maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter (about 4 inches/10 cm wide) cut out 8 shapes. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Make sauce:
- In a small bowl mix the tomato sauce maple syrup garlic oregano salt and pepper.
- Assemble pizzas:
- Spoon a thin layer of the sauce onto each dough leaf.
- Add cheese:
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar over the sauce.
- Add toppings:
- Arrange the bell peppers onion spinach and corn on top to create a colorful foliage effect.
- Brush edges:
- Lightly brush the edges of the dough with olive oil.
- Bake:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden.
- Cool:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Save to Pinterest These mini pizzas always bring smiles to our holiday table and spark fun conversations about fall flavors.
Required Tools
Maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter rolling pin baking sheet parchment paper mixing bowls pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) Milk (cheese). May contain Corn if using corn kernels. Always double-check labels for store-bought dough and cheese if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Per mini pizza: Calories 180 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 23 g Protein 7 g
Save to Pinterest These mini pizzas combine festive presentation with comforting fall flavors to delight every guest.
Ask About This Recipe
- → What type of dough works best for these mini pizzas?
Store-bought or homemade pizza dough both work well; just ensure it's rolled evenly before cutting the shapes.
- → Can I substitute the cheeses used?
Yes, swapping mozzarella and cheddar for smoked gouda or goat cheese adds richer, more complex flavors.
- → How do I achieve the maple leaf shape?
Use a maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter about 4 inches wide to cut the dough into the desired shapes.
- → Can I add other vegetables for variation?
Absolutely, ingredients like sliced mushrooms or roasted butternut squash add a nice autumn touch.
- → What is the recommended baking temperature and time?
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 13–15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the edges turn golden.
- → How can I prevent the dough edges from drying out during baking?
Lightly brushing the dough edges with olive oil before baking helps keep them moist and golden.