Christmas Tree Pizza
A fun and festive dish perfect for holiday gatherings, allowing everyone to customize their own slice with colorful toppings.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough Use store-bought to save time.
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 cup pizza sauce Store-bought is fine.
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese Generously sprinkle on top.
Toppings
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped For tree branches.
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped For tree decorations.
- 1/2 cup sliced olives Add as ornaments.
- 1/4 cup pepperoni slices Optional; can omit for vegetarian.
- 1 egg For egg wash.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a triangular shape to resemble a Christmas tree.
- Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the sauce.
Decoration
- Use the chopped green bell pepper to create branches on the tree.
- Decorate the tree with red bell pepper, olives, and pepperoni to look like ornaments.
- Brush the edges of the dough with the egg wash for a golden finish.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm, cut into slices or let everyone pull off their pieces. It pairs nicely with a side salad or festive drinks. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.