Heart Shaped Pizza Ideas Fun Romantic Treats for Parties
Author:lilie
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
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Ingredients
Scale
340–400 g pizza dough
120 ml tomato sauce or marinara
120–170 g shredded mozzarella cheese
15 ml olive oil
pinch of salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Pepperoni slices or veggie toppings to create hearts, as needed
Cornmeal or parchment paper for transfer, optional
Handful fresh basil leaves, torn, optional
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it on the middle rack to heat up.
Shape the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a roughly 12–14 inch circle. If you want a quick heart, trace a large heart outline on parchment and press the dough inside the outline, trimming any excess.
Transfer to parchment or a lightly oiled baking sheet. If you’re using a stone, slide the dough on the parchment onto the hot stone.
Spread the sauce: Use a spoon to spread a thin, even layer, leaving about a 1/2 inch crust all around.
Top with cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella evenly, then arrange pepperoni (or other toppings) to form small hearts or scattered toppings as you prefer.
Bake until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly, about 10–12 minutes. If you like a crisper crust, bake a minute or two longer, watching closely near the edges.
Finish and slice: Remove from the oven and let rest 2–3 minutes. Tear fresh basil over the top if using, then slice into generous wedges and serve.
Tip: If your oven runs hot, rotate the pan halfway through baking to ensure even browning. You’re aiming for a lightly bronzed edge and a gooey, melty center.
Notes
A cozy weeknight heart-shaped pizza with a crisp crust, bright tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella, shaped into a hug-worthy pie that’s perfect for sharing with family or a special someone.
