Description
Christmas Pizza Squares are the perfect festive treat that combines savory flavors and a delightful crunch, making them a must-have at any holiday gathering. With gooey cheese, zesty marinara, and a medley of toppings, these pizza squares create an irresistible dish that’s sure to impress your guests. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, they’re not just for Christmas—they’re a crowd-pleaser year-round!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Grease a large baking sheet with olive oil.
- Roll out the pizza dough on the prepared baking sheet to cover the surface.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the dough.
- Layer mozzarella cheese, crumbled sausage, bell peppers, red onion, and olives on top.
- Sprinkle dried herbs and Parmesan cheese before baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap ingredients based on your preferences; try adding mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition. For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes or use spicy sausage.