When you're craving pizza—and you want it your way—skip the delivery order and whip up these homemade pizza recipes.
72 Homemade Pizza Recipes That Are Even Faster Than Delivery
Updated on Sep. 23, 2024
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Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Fans of spicy chicken wings will love this rendition that turns it into pizza. Serve it up with blue cheese dressing and crisp celery, just like the tasty original. —Shari DiGirolamo, Newton, Pennsylvania
Buffalo chicken fans appreciate the spicy saucy tenders any way they can get ’em—in a basket, in a pasta bake and especially piled high on a slice of pizza with melty mozz. Serve with blue cheese dressing and crisp celery, just like the tasty original.
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Pizza Margherita
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 pizzas (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
This homemade pizza margherita, named for Queen Margherita of Italy, shows off the colors of the Italian flag with red tomatoes, white mozzarella and fresh green basil. You'll be glad the recipe makes not one but two 13-inch pizzas! —Loretta Lawrence, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
No homemade pizza collection would be complete without the popular Margherita! Named for Queen Margherita of Italy, this pretty pie shows off the colors of the Italian flag with red tomatoes, white mozzarella and fresh green basil. You’ll be glad the recipe makes not one but two 13-inch pizzas!
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Deep-Dish Sausage Pizza
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandma made the tastiest snacks for us when we stayed the night at her farm. Her wonderful pizza, hot from the oven, was covered with cheese and had fragrant herbs in the crust. Now this pizza is frequently a meal for my husband, our family and me. —Michele Madden, Washington Court House, Ohio
Can’t make it to Chicago for authentic deep-dish style pies? Meet the next best thing. This wonderful pizza, hot from the oven, is covered with cheese and has fragrant herbs tucked in the crust.
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Spinach-Pesto White Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
When my kids were really small, they were reluctant to eat their veggies and I had to get creative. I figured that because pesto is already green, it would be the perfect place for some spinach. The pizza was a big hit. —Janet Burbach, North Platte, Nebraska
Trying to get kids to eat their greens isn’t always the easiest, but this white pizza sneaks a healthy dose of spinach under a blanket of cheese, alongside chicken and bacon strips. They’ll never know it’s there, but they will devour it.
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Steak & Blue Cheese Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I have a little extra time to play with, I caramelize the onion in this recipe to add a different flavor. —Kadija Bridgewater, Deerfield Beach, Florida
This one’s for the meat lovers. Even steakhouse naysayers won’t be able to resist the charms of this pizza layered with sliced sirloin, blue cheese crumbles and caramelized onions.
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Bacon-Chicken Club Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A chicken club pizza topped with lettuce, tomatoes and dressing? You’re in for a treat! Vegetables give the cheesy crust a cool crunch. —Debbie Reid, Clearwater, Florida
Meatball subs, eggplant parm sliders, bacon-chicken clubs…turn your favorite sandwich ingredients into the perfect pizza with a crispy crust and a drizzle of dressing.
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Brunch Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I entertain guests, this zippy pizza is a definite crowd-pleaser. It also makes a great late-night snack for any time of the year! —Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin
Pizza works for all meals in our book—including brunch. What could be a better midmorning meal than scrambled eggs, sausage crumbles, hash browns and cheddar cheese all baked together on crescent roll squares? All you’ll need to do is add mimosas!
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Creole Shrimp Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pizza and the flavors of Creole cuisine blend amazingly well in this hearty dish with a crispy crust. Add more hot sauce to boost the heat if you like things spicy. —Robin Haas, Cranston, Rhode Island
For a Big Easy spin on pizza night, jazz up your pies with Creole-seasoned shrimp and peppers, plus an ample douse of Louisiana-style hot sauce.
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Thai Peanut Naan Pizzas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a huge fan of Thai food, but don't always have the time to make it at home. To get my fix, I top fluffy naan bread with a ginger-peanut sauce, fresh veggies, a sprinkle of cilantro and a spicy squiggle of Sriracha. —Rachel Seis, Taste of Home Senior Editor
If you love Thai food but want to switch up the pad thai takeout monotony, naan-style pizzas are the way to go. A ginger-peanut sauce, fresh veggies, a sprinkle of cilantro and a spicy squiggle of Sriracha make these fluffy slices come together in less than 25 minutes.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe combines my two favorite foods—pizza and chicken cordon bleu. I've made this for my family and the teachers at my school. Now the teachers ask me to make it for them for lunch! —Justin Rippel, Colgate, Wisconsin
Just when you thought you’d seen every pizza recipe remix there is, chicken cordon bleu pizza comes along. The best part is that it’s way simpler than the fancy French dish and can be made with refrigerated pizza crust, cubed ham, breaded chicken nuggets and jarred Alfredo sauce (you can save leftovers for more recipes that start with a jar of Alfredo sauce).
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Grilled Eggplant Pita Pizzas
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 pizzas
From the Recipe Creator:
We grow eggplants and love to use them for our special pizza. Grilling adds robust flavor to the crust, veggies and garlic. Waiting for the eggplants to grow is the hardest part! —Judy Barrett, Chelsea, Alabama
Just like naan and crescent rolls, pita bread makes an excellent vehicle for pizzas, especially when paired with smoky charred eggplant, sweet red peppers and briny olives. If don’t have a grill wok or basket for this recipe, use a disposable foil pan.
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Pizza Monkey Bread
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I cannot throw a party without making this recipe. It's fast and easy, and my kids love it. —Courtney Wilson, Fresno, California
This cheesy pizza monkey bread is a kid-friendly favorite at parties with a marinara dipping sauce in the center. If you’re making it for a festive occasion, give this dish a red-and-green twist with a bowl of homemade pesto.
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Meatball Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always keep meatballs and pizza crusts in the freezer to make this specialty on the spur of the moment. Add a tossed salad and you have a delicious dinner. —Mary Humeniuk-Smith, Perry Hall, Maryland
With a bag of frozen meatballs, a pre-baked crust and a can of pizza sauce, you can be digging into a hearty pie in 25 minutes. This recipe employs shredded mozzarella, cheddar and grated Parmesan, but feel free to use whatever cheese you have in the fridge.
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Pepperoni Pizza Loaf
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
This savory stromboli starts with frozen bread dough, so it comes together in practically no time. The golden loaf is stuffed with cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, peppers and olives. I often add a few slices of ham too. It's tasty served with warm pizza sauce for dipping. —Jenny Brown, West Lafayette, Indiana
This savory stromboli starts with frozen bread dough, so it comes together in practically no time. The golden loaf is then stuffed with cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, peppers and olives, but you could also add a few slices of ham or prosciutto.
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Grilled Sausage-Basil Pizzas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We love basil recipes, and these easy little pizzas are a wonderful change of pace from the classic cookout menu. Let everybody go crazy with the toppings. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
If you love the herbaceous notes of basil with Italian sausage then you’ll love these flatbread pizzas. Use naan or pita bread as the base, let everybody go crazy with the toppings, then grill ’em up for a change of pace from classic cookout fare.
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Grilled Flatbread Veggie Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We pile veggies onto flatbread for a fun way to eat healthier. Our go-to recipe for weeknights easily changes with different veggies or meats. —Darla Andrews, Lewisville, Texas
Veggie pizzas with prepared pesto, sliced tomatoes and ooey-gooey cheese is a fuss-free dinner for any day of the week. We used mushrooms, peppers and spinach for this variation, but the options are limitless.
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Chili Dog Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My girls love it when I make this mash-up pizza with hot dogs and chili. It’s a marvelous way to use up leftover chili. —Jennifer Stowell, Smithville, Missouri
Why separate your kids’ favorite food groups when they pair perfectly on pizza? This mash-up with hot dogs and chili is a brilliant way to use up leftovers after game day.
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Mini Zucchini Pizzas
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple snack is the perfect, low-carb way to satisfy your pizza cravings. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
For a low-carb alternative to satisfy pizza cravings, try these mini zucchini pizzas, which are broiled until crisp-tender, around one to two minutes per side. This tried-and-true technique also works well with portobello mushroom caps.
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Game-Night Nacho Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Some like it hot with jalapenos; others like it cool with a dollop of sour cream. But one thing’s for sure: This is “nacho” ordinary pizza night. —Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia
Some like it hot with jalapenos; others like it cool with a dollop of sour cream. But one thing’s for sure: This is “nacho” ordinary pizza night. Here are some more nacho recipes you’ll love for game nights.
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Mini Pizza Cups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
32 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
Served hot or cold, these little pizzas are wonderful. Their small size makes them ideal for an after-school snack or a kid-friendly party. Plus, they’re so easy to make that little ones can help you in the kitchen! —Jane Jones, Cedar, Minnesota
Anything in mini form is a win when it comes to party food, and these mini pizza cups are no exception. Bonus: They can be served hot or cold and their small size makes them ideal for an after-school snack or a lunchbox treat.
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Cheeseburger Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband's favorite foods are pizza and cheeseburgers, so I combined the two in a pie with mayo and dill pickle juice. People who try this cheeseburger pizza always laugh in surprise because it's so good. —Angie Zimmerman, Eureka, Illinois
For those nights when you can’t decide between pizza or burgers, go for both. Brushing the edges of the pizza crust with melted butter and sprinkling sesame seeds over top prior to baking really gives the pizza the classic cheeseburger look.
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Thanksgiving Lover’s Pizza
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Got Thanksgiving Day leftovers? Forget ho-hum turkey sandwiches and try this unique take on pizza instead. Get creative with different variations: use whole berry or jelly cranberry sauce; add dollops of mashed potatoes on top; drizzle with turkey gravy; sprinkle with stuffing or dressing; or try unique pizza crust varieties. —Carla Parker, Anderson, South Carolina
You weren’t going to make another turkey sammie, were you? Thanksgiving leftovers deserve more love and this is one inspired way to get creative. Spread cranberry sauce around the crust; add dollops of mashed potatoes on top; drizzle with turkey gravy; sprinkle with stuffing and watch everyone reach for seconds and thirds.
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Arugula Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This arugula pizza is great served as an appetizer for get-togethers with family or friends. My girlfriends and I love it because it has that sophisticated gourmet touch, and it's healthy too! This also serves four as a main course. —Annette Riva, Naperville, Illinois
An elevated take on the salad pizza, arugula pizza with prosciutto has that sophisticated gourmet touch, and it’s healthy, too! If you really want to get fancy, add a few zigzags of balsamic glaze over the top for a sweet finish.
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Apple Crisp Pizza
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While visiting the bakery at a Wisconsin apple orchard, I tried this tempting treat. At home, I put together this recipe. As it bakes, the enticing aroma fills my kitchen, and friends and family linger waiting for a sample. —Nancy Preussner, Delhi, Iowa
Get all the fall feels in pizza form. Cinnamon-sugar apples are baked until tender on a flat crust, then dressed with a caramel topping and ice cream for the ultimate indulgence. If you have to cut your apples ahead of time, brush them with lemon-lime soda to keep them from browning.
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Pizza on a Stick
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter and her friends had fun turning sausage, pepperoni, veggies and pizza dough into these cute kabobs. —Charlene Woods, Norfolk, Virginia
Everything can be skewered—including pizza. Sausage, pepperoni, veggies and pizza dough combine for deliciousness in these cute kabobs that little hands will love making and eating.
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Pizza Caprese
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
One of my favorite pizzas is so simple to make and comes together so quickly. Pizza Caprese is simply heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and really good extra virgin olive oil. I could eat this every day! —Beth Berlin, Oak Creek, Wisconsin
If you love a Caprese salad with a side of bread, then this pizza Caprese with heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and high-quality extra virgin olive oil will be right up your alley. You could also swap fresh mozzarella for burrata.
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Speedy Shrimp Flatbreads
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I are hooked on flatbread pizzas, especially this shrimp flatbread pizza recipe. I make at least one a week just to have something tasty around as a snack. This one came together easily because I had all the ingredients on hand. —Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri
All you need to create a quick pescatarian pizza in 15 minutes is peeled, deveined and cooked shrimp; oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes; garlic and herb spreadable cheese; basil and the flatbread of your choosing. You’ll defintely want to serve this beauty when guests are over.
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Copycat Little Caesar’s Pretzel Crust Pizza
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In our house, we love pizza and pretzel bread! When Little Caesar's came out with their pretzel crust pizza, we fell in love but also knew it was unrealistic to be buying it all the time. The next best thing was to make it ourselves, and it came out even better than the restaurant's version! This thick-crusted copycat pizza is bound to blow your socks off! Hope you enjoy! —Mary Lou Timpson, Centennial Park, Arizona
Copycat recipes have reached cult status for a reason and this pretzel crust pizza tastes just like the Little Caesar’s legend that sadly is no longer available. While Little Caesar’s doesn’t share their recipe, we feel this dupe comes pretty close, thanks to the characteristically dark, salty exterior you look for in a delicious soft pretzel.
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Sloppy Joe Pizza
Total Time
22 min
Servings
2 pizzas (8 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
If your kids like sloppy joes, they'll love this pizza. I came up with the six-ingredient recipe that's easy to assemble. —Brenda Rohlman, Kingman, Kansas
Sloppy joe enthusiasts will love this pizza. The six-ingredient recipe is easy to assemble, and if you’re feeling ambitious, you could even make your own homemade sloppy joe sauce.
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Turkey Alfredo Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A longtime family favorite, this thin-crust pizza is both tasty and nutritious. It's an excellent way to use up leftover turkey, too. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
This thin-crust pizza is both tasty and nutritious and an excellent way to use up leftover turkey. It’s bound to become a family favorite, especially if your crew loves Alfredo sauce.
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Santa Fe Chicken Pizza Pie
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Give your pie a southwestern twist when you slather on the taco sauce and top with black beans, green chiles and kicked-up chicken strips. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Give your pie a southwest twist when you slather on taco sauce and top it with black beans, green chiles and kicked-up chicken strips.
String cheese is the secret to success for this popular stuffed crust pizza recipe, as is prebaking the crust before you add the toppings to ensure the cheese melts completely. Looking for the best cheese to stuff the crust with? These are the best string cheese brands we tried.
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Grilled Tomato Pizzas
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I make grilled pizza with a tangy balsamic glaze, and it tastes as if we used a wood-burning oven. —Michele Tungett, Rochester, Illinois
When it’s summer and peak tomato season, get your big reds, striped zebras and juicy heirlooms in formation to make this grilled tomato pizza. Paired with a tangy balsamic glaze, it deserves a chef’s kiss.
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Baked Potato Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this creative baked potato pizza for Super Bowl parties. The sour cream, bacon, onions and cheese make every bite taste just like a loaded baked potato. —Gina Pierson, Centralia, Missouri
Need a crowd-pleasing app for your game day watch parties? This baked potato pizza—loaded with sour cream, bacon, onions and cheese—is up for the challenge.
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Shrimp & Crab Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we were growing up, my mother made an amazing pizza with shrimp and crab. Now my kids ask for it, and the tradition continues. —Danielle Woodward, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Seafood-forward slices are piled high with shellfish, veggies, Alfredo sauce and all the cheese. You may want to fire a few of these pies because they’re bound to go fast.
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Grilled Greek Pita Pizzas
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy flatbread pizza captures classic Mediterranean flavors in every bite. It works equally well as a speedy main dish or an appetizer. —Kristen Heigl, Staten Island, New York
This easy flatbread pizza captures classic Mediterranean flavors in every bite. It works equally well as a speedy main dish or an appetizer and if you have extra ingredients afterward, you can turn them into Greek-style gyro pita pockets the next day.
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Pull Apart Pizza
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We're huge Notre Dame fans, and we tailgate. A lot! This is one of those recipe that is a sure fit hit with the kids and the adults. Sometimes we get crazy and add other "pizza" type ingredients like olives, or peppers, but mainly we stay with the original pizza pull apart bread–it seems to be a good luck charm for our team! —Dana Elliot, Taste of Home Culinary Specialist
This is one of those recipes that’s sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. If you’ve had pull-apart breads before, you know this pizza version will be a crowd pleaser. You can use refrigerated breadstick dough or pizza dough along with regular pepperoni or turkey pepperoni.
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Cheese & Mushroom Skillet Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Italian skillet toss is an awesome way to use up extra spaghetti sauce at the end of the week. It fits right in on Friday pizza night. —Clare Butler, Little Elm, Texas
An Italian skillet toss is an awesome way to use up extra spaghetti sauce at the end of the week and it fits the bill for Friday pizza night. Here’s how to clean your cast iron skillet once the pizza is done.
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Chicken Parmesan Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
This tasty pizza is the perfect combo—quick and easy to make, and a winner with even picky eaters. It's a handy option for a family dinner on a busy night or for the center of the table at a kids' party. —Karen Wittmeier, Parkland, Florida
Quick and easy to prep, chicken parm pizza is a winner even with picky eaters. It’s a handy option for a family dinner on a busy night or for the center of the table at a kids’ party.
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Artichoke Chicken Pesto Pizza
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Make pizza night an upscale affair with this fun twist on the traditional pie. A prebaked crust and prepared pesto keep things quick and easy. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
A lightened-up version of spinach artichoke dip with cubed cooked chicken, nutty pesto and a mix of cheeses make this one perfect pizza pie. If you’re trying to cut back on carbs, try a cauliflower crust or keto-friendly crust.
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Sicilian Pizza (Sfincione)
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My favorite pizza from childhood is still my favorite today. The crunchy bread-crumb topping sets it apart from its American counterpart. I like to top this pie with fresh basil. —Susan Falk, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Sfincia, which means sponge, is one of the most popular street foods in Italy, where these Sicilian squares are covered with crispy breadcrumbs, grated cheese and fresh basil. If you’re opposed to the anchovies in this recipe, feel free to leave them out.
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Crazy Crust Pizza
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The crust adds its own savory flavor to this crazy crust pizza. Don't expect any leftovers—it's that good! —Cynthia Mason, Wamego, Kansas
What exactly is in a crazy crust, you ask? A batter made from flour, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, eggs and milk, then poured into a pizza pan to bake with beef, onions and mushrooms on top. This crust doesn’t call for yeast so it’s a great option when you don’t have any packets left in the pantry.
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Low-Carb Pizza Rolls
Total Time
25 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with a lower carb version of my stuffed pizza rolls recipe when I decided to try more of a keto/paleo lifestyle and needed something satisfying to heat up at work for lunches. This is quick, easy, and lower in carbs! Mix and match toppings to suit your tastes like a vegetarian version, Hawaiian or meat lovers. —Sarah Gilbert-Roberts, Beaverton, Oregon
Love pizza but not the calories and carbs? These low-carb stuffed pizza rolls allow you to stick to a keto and paleo lifestyle without missing out on your favorite foods. Mix and match the toppings to suit any tastes for vegetarian, Hawaiian or meat lovers.
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Spicy Chicken Pumpkin Pizza
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 pizzas (4 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin paired with the spice of the chipotle peppers makes for a delicious, balanced sauce. I love that this recipe incorporates healthy ingredients in a fun, family-friendly way. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
There are some amazing pumpkin recipes out there, but not a lot of them are in pizza form! Think pizza and pumpkin can’t go together? This chicken pumpkin pizza will change your mind. The sweetness of the pumpkin paired with the spice of the chipotle peppers makes for a delicious, balanced sauce.
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Cashew Chicken Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make this quick weeknight chicken pizza when I'm craving takeout. I like using shortcuts like premade pizza crust and rotisserie chicken to cut down on my time in the kitchen. —Joseph A. Sciascia, San Mateo, California
Craving Chinese takeout and pizza? Put down the takeout apps and try this quick cashew chicken pizza. Shortcut ingredients like premade pizza crust and rotisserie chicken cut down on time in the kitchen and a hoisin chili garlic sauce packs a big umami punch.
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Chicken Florentine Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
On pizza night, we like to switch things up with this version featuring chicken, spinach and ricotta cheese. One taste and you won't miss traditional sauce one bit. —Phil Corder, Monroe, Louisiana
Chicken Florentine is a classic French dish starring spinach and chicken—and dare we say, it’s even better as a pizza! This version involves ricotta cheese instead of mornay sauce, but one taste and you won’t miss the traditional sauce one bit.
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Portobello Pizzas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Portobello mushroom caps are the creative "crust" in this upscale spin on pizza. I also cut the caps into wedges and serve them as an appetizer.—Lisa Scheevel, LeRoy, Minnesota
Portobello mushroom caps are the creative “crust” in this upscale spin on pizza. You can also cut the caps into wedges and serve them as an appetizer.
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Cheesy Summer Squash Flatbreads
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you want a meatless meal with Mediterranean style, these flatbreads smothered with squash, hummus and mozzarella deliver the goods. —Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin
Have a big supply of squash? Use it to make a meatless meal with Mediterranean style. These flatbreads smothered with squash, hummus and mozzarella deliver the goods.
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Sausage and Hashbrown Breakfast Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pizza for breakfast? Kids of all ages will love making—and munching—this hearty meal-in-one made with convenient crescent rolls and frozen hash browns. It's even great for camping! —Rae Truax, Mattawa, Washington
Pizza for breakfast? Kids of all ages will love making—and munching on—this hearty meal-in-one made with convenient crescent rolls and frozen hash browns. It’s even great for camping!
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Lunch Box Pizzas
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you have these fun-to-make mini pizzas, it's no challenge finding lunch fare that the kids enjoy. Plus they pack nicely in sandwich bags and travel well, so there's no mess. —Rhonda Cliett, Belton, Texas
When you have these fun-to-make mini pizzas, it’s no challenge finding lunch fare that the kids enjoy. Plus they pack nicely in sandwich bags and travel well, so there’s no mess.
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Peppery Pizza Loaves
Total Time
30 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I often take these French bread pizzas to church picnics or potluck suppers and there are never any left. When I fix them for me and my husband, I freeze two halves in foil to enjoy later. —Lou Stasny, Poplarville, Mississippi
These pizza loaves have a handful of sliced jalapenos for a little kick, chopped green onions, mushrooms and a cheesy beefy topping. Pro tip: Freeze two halves in foil to enjoy later.
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Skillet Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Meet the Cook: I created this recipe during a hot spell one summer. With the temperature in the 90s every day, I didn't want to turn on the oven. So I decided to make our favorite family pizza in a skillet instead!
Anyone who likes pizza, has kids or just wants a quick and simple meal would likely enjoy Skillet Pizza. It's great to take along to get-togethers, too - you can prepare it at home, then just plug in the skillet when you arrive. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Anyone who likes pizza, has kids or just wants a quick and simple meal will likely enjoy skillet pizza.
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Lehmejun (Armenian Pizza)
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pizza-style recipe came from my friend Ruby's mom, who is a crazy-good cook. I added my own flair and tweaked it by using flour tortillas instead of making a dough. —Tamar Yacoubian, Ketchum, Idaho
Lehmejun or lahmacun, also known as Armenian or Turkish pizza, is eaten throughout the Middle East, especially in Armenia, Lebanon, Turkey and Syria. Topped with minced beef and lamb, plus a smattering of spices, it’s great with tomatoes, peppers, onions and roasted eggplant or on its own with lemon wedges for a citrus spritz.
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Taco Bubble Pizza
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Your entire family's going to be requesting this Taco Bubble Pizza recipe! Lucky for you, it's a cinch with tomato soup, taco seasoning and refrigerated biscuits. Set up a taco bar and let everyone add his or her favorite toppings. —Dawn Schutter, Titonka, Iowa
Your entire family is going to be requesting this taco bubble pizza recipe! Lucky for you, it’s a cinch with tomato soup, taco seasoning and refrigerated biscuits. Set up a taco bar and let everyone add their favorite toppings.
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Ham ‘n’ Cheese Pizzas
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With leftover ham, cheese and Alfredo sauce, these pizzas are sure to please. Best of all, they're very kid-friendly. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
With leftover ham, cheese and Alfredo sauce, these kid-friendly pizzas are sure to please. We used part-skim mozzarella and Swiss cheese here, but you could also opt for Brie, Camembert or cheddar to switch things up.
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Biscuit Pizza Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe provides all the flavor of traditional pizza in a convenient casserole. It is packed with ground beef, pepperoni and veggies, so it is perfect for a potluck! —Emma Hageman, Waucoma, IA
This recipe provides all the flavor of traditional pizza in a convenient casserole with refrigerated buttermilk biscuits. Ideal for a potluck, it’s packed with ground beef, pepperoni and veggies and bakes up to bubbly golden perfection in 30 minutes.
57/72
Garlic Toast Pizzas
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Between working full-time, going to school and raising three children, finding time-saving recipes that my family likes is one of my biggest challenges. These quick pizzas pack a huge amount of flavor. —Amy Grim, Chillicothe, Ohio
Finding time-saving recipes that your family likes is usually a challenge. Luckily, these quick pizzas pack a huge amount of flavor. Frozen garlic Texas toast crisps up in five minutes before getting topped with pepperoni and cheese.
58/72
Salad-Topped Flatbread Pizzas
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The crisp veggies on top of the cream, cheese and meat are so refreshing. And the vinaigrette gives these pizzas a nice zing. —Julie Merriman, Cold Brook, New York
Warm sausage and onions are a nice contrast to the cool cream cheese spread on these flatbreads and the red wine vinaigrette gives a nice zing. You could use regular cucumbers and red onions or make some quick pickled recipes for more briny toppings.
59/72
BLT Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I use a prebaked crust and fixings from the much-loved BLT sandwich to create this fun variation. It's my family's favorite pizza. —Marilyn Ruggles, Lee's Summit, Missouri
Nothing beats a BLT, so if you’re a loyalist to the beloved sandwich, the pizza version will make you a quick convert. With a prebaked crust and classic fixings, this fun variation comes together in less than 30 minutes.
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Eggplant Flatbread Pizzas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm now a professional chef, but I loved making this recipe for the family on Friday nights as a home cook. We like to shake pizza up with unique, fresh toppings. —Christine Wendland, Browns Mills, New Jersey
Eggplant plays well with pasta, paninis and pizza. If they happen to be a staple in your kitchen, saute cubed eggplant with garlic and spread the cubes over a layer of ricotta cheese and tomato sauce on a naan flatbread. Top with whole basil leaves, a sprinkle of cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
61/72
Bean & Salsa Stuffed Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Get the party started with this out-of-the-box appetizer pizza. It has all the Mexican flavors you love packed into convenient slices! —Elizabeth Wright, Las Vegas, Nevada
Get the party started with this out-of-the-box appetizer idea with a refrigerated pie crust. It has all the Mexican flavors you love packed into convenient pizza slices with black beans, chiles, salsa and cheese sandwiched in between.
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Waffle-Iron Pizzas
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These little pizza pockets put together using the waffle maker are a fun mashup. Try your favorite toppings or even breakfast fillings like ham and eggs. —Amy Lents, Grand Forks, North Dakota
Have you ever heard of a more fun way to make pizzas? Repurpose your typical breakfast appliance into a pizza making station. The best part is that you don’t even have to make the dough—just use store-bought biscuit mix.
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Tomato Baguette Pizza
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When my tomatoes ripen all at once, I use them up in simple recipes like this one. Cheesy baguette pizzas, served with a salad, make an ideal lunch. —Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario
One of of the best summer lunches you’ll have is vine-ripened tomato slices on cheesy baguettes. If you’re short on time and don’t mind leaving out some flavor, you can skip the mushroom-onion mixture.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
Kids go crazy for this gooey dessert pizza, although adults snap it up too. Everyone loves the chewy crust and the amazingly delicious combination of chocolate and peanut butter. —Bernice Arnett, Marshfield, Missouri
Kids will go crazy for this gooey dessert pizza, although you’ll find the adults snapping up slices too. Everyone loves the chewy crust and the amazingly delicious combination of chocolate and peanut butter.
65/72
Italian-Style Pizzas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 pizzas
From the Recipe Creator:
With prepared pesto and pizza crusts, this recipe comes together in a flash. It makes two, and we love that we each get our own Italian style pizza! I like to complete the meal with a salad and fresh fruit. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
With mini prebaked crusts and a jar of prepared pesto, everyone can have their own personal pie in a flash. Peppers, onions and mushrooms work well here, although you could also add some chopped broccoli, squash or eggplant for an extra serving of veggies.
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Mini Mediterranean Pizza
Total Time
19 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I was on a mini pizza kick and had already served up Mexican and Italian variations, so I opted for a Mediterranean version and came up with these. —Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia
These individual pita pizzas will instantly transport you to a seaside escape. A medley of tomatoes, onions, spinach and rosemary-scented beef are nestled around crumbled feta and melted mozz. Once the beef browns and simmers, the pizzas will bake up in five minutes.
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Big Kahuna Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A prebaked pizza crust and refrigerated barbecued pork make this tasty supper idea super fast and super easy. Cut into bite-sized pieces, and it can double as a great last-minute appetizer, too! —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Juicy chunks of pineapple and cooked ham are the usual suspects on a proper Hawaiian pizza, but we included barbecued shredded pork and red onions along with some part-skim mozz for a spectacular upgrade to an already winning recipe.
68/72
Bubble Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe has a no-fuss crust made from refrigerated biscuits. For a jazzed-up version, add your favorite pizza toppings. —Jo Groth, Plainfield, Iowa
This recipe has a no-fuss crust made from refrigerated biscuits. Though it only takes five ingredients to come together, add your favorite pizza toppings and an ample amount of cheese for a jazzed-up version. That’s the secret to the bubbly top after all…so the cheesier, the better.
69/72
BBQ Brisket Flatbread Pizzas
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
2 flatbread pizzas (6 pieces each)
From the Recipe Creator:
Preparing beef brisket pizza takes time, but it’s so worth it in the end when you take that first smoky, rich and juicy bite.—Aaron Reynolds, Fox River Grove, Illinois
Preparing beef brisket pizza takes time, but it’s so worth the effort when you take that first smoky bite. To prep your brisket for mess-free cleanup later, simply combine barbecue sauce, vinegar, green onions and cilantro in a large resealable bag, sprinkle the brisket with salt and pepper, then toss it all together in the bag and refrigerate for eight hours or overnight.
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Make-a-Monster Pizza
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Creepy creatures have completely taken over this Halloween meal! Since you can create a different design for each square, it's easy to cater to every diner's individual preferences. —Marie Louise Ludwig, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
Creepy creatures have completely taken over this Halloween meal! Since you can create a different design for each spooky square, it’s easy to cater to every diner’s individual preferences with toppings like ham, pepperoni, chicken and a bounty of veggies (think asparagus, peppers, tomatoes, mushrooms and red onion). And, of course, you can always get creative with different shapes for different holidays.
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Bacon and Spinach Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
Our go-to pizza is a snap to make using packaged pizza crust and ready-to-serve bacon. The kids don't even mind the spinach on top! —Annette Riva, Naperville, Illinois
File this one under Pinterest-worthy pizza. With a packaged pizza crust and ready-to-serve bacon, the kids won’t even mind the spinach on top!
72/72
Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I turned traditional shakshuka into a fun morning pizza. Its sweet, spicy and crunchy ingredients make it perfect for morning, noon or night. —Phillipe Sobon, Harwood Heights, Illinois
Turn a traditional shakshuka into a fun morning pizza with sweet, spicy and crunchy ingredients. Bake until the egg whites are completely set and the yolks begin to thicken but are not hard, about 12 to 15 minutes.
