Firecracker Mozzarella Pizza Dough Bake
This delightful pizza dough bake combines crunchy, cheesy goodness with a hint of spice, making it perfect for sharing during gatherings or movie nights.
Ingredients
Pizza Dough Base
- 1 package package of pizza dough
Cheese and Sauce Mixture
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Use more for extra cheesiness.
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Garlic-Butter Mixture
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to taste for heat.
- ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all the ingredients and pre-measure everything for a smooth cooking process.
- Chop the garlic, shred the cheese, and have the marinara sauce ready.
Cooking
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, roll out the pizza dough to an even thickness.
- Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about an inch border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat, then add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Drizzle the garlic-butter mixture over the top of the pizza dough.
- Use a knife to swirl the garlic-butter mixture into the cheese and sauce for added flavor.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the entire bake.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pizza dough. To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.