This delightful Valentine’s Day Pizza Roses recipe comes together in about 30 minutes with minimal cleanup, making it a quick and easy meal that your family will love! You can switch up the ingredients to suit your taste or use it as a fun way to clean out the fridge and get rid of those odds and ends! Trust me, this is the perfect weeknight dinner easy to make, and even more fun to eat!
Ingredient Breakdown
- Pizza Dough
- Pizza Sauce
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Pepperoni Slices
- Olive Oil
- Italian Seasoning
- Fresh Basil (for Garnish)
Let’s Get Cooking!
1. Preheat Your Oven
First things first, let’s get your oven hot and ready! Preheat it to 400°F (200°C) so we can bake those little beauties to perfection!
2. Roll Out the Pizza Dough
Flour your countertop and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle. You want it to be about 1/4 inch thick not too thin, but not overly thick either. Now cut it into strips, about 2 inches wide will do! This is where the fun begins; each strip will become petal-like layers of our pizza roses!
3. Add in the Sauce
Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce over each strip, reaching the edges but leaving a tiny amount exposed so the edges can crisp up and look lovely. You can make it as saucy as you’d like, it’s all about your preference! A couple pinches of salt and pepper will enhance the flavor here, too!
4. Cheese and Pepperoni
Now comes the cheesy goodness! Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over the sauce, followed by those delicious pepperoni slices. Go crazy with this step; it’s really where you can show off your inner pizza artist!
5. Rolling the Roses
Here’s where things get exciting! From one end, roll the strip tightly to form a rose shape. Keep it snug, but gentle think of it as wrapping a gift, not squeezing a lemon! Place each rose into a greased muffin tin so they hold their lovely shape throughout the baking process.
6. Brush with Olive Oil
Now, grab your olive oil and brush the tops of those pizza roses lightly. This’ll help them get that scrumptious golden color while baking. And don’t forget a generous sprinkle of Italian seasoning for that extra zap of flavor!
7. Bake to Perfection
Pop that muffin tin into your preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. You’ll know they’re done when they are golden brown and bubbling with cheesy goodness. I can already smell them!
8. Garnish and Serve
Finally, it’s time to garnish! Pull those roses out of the oven (carefully!), and sprinkle fresh basil over them for a lovely pop of color and flavor. Ah, the aroma! You might want to make two batches because your family will be diving in before you can say “pizza!” Serve these warm and watch them disappear.
Enjoy your romantic pizza roses!
Why I Love This Recipe
This is my go-to recipe when I really want to impress someone, entertaining friends for a girl’s night, or showing love for my family on Valentine’s Day! It’s comfort food at its finest, and let’s face it, who doesn’t love pizza? I’m a real sucker for foods that look fancy but are super easy to make and the best part is, you can use whatever goodies you’ve got lying around really, it’s all about creativity here!
If you loved this recipe, be sure to check out my Easy Valentine’s Day Strawberry Pie, my Apple Valentine Tart, or my Valentine’s Day Heart Cookies!
Why This Recipe Works
Quick & Easy
This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights! Who has time to fuss over complicated meals? Not me.
Customizable
You can literally throw in whatever ingredients you have in the fridge. Leftover veggies? Toss ’em in! Want to try a different cheese? Go for it! The possibilities are endless!
Crowd-Pleaser
Kids love pizza, and honestly, so do adults! These pizza roses are a hit at any gathering trust me; your guests will rave about them.
One-Pan Cleanup
With just a muffin tin required here, cleanup is fast and easy. You can spend more time enjoying your food and less time scrubbing pots!
Great for Meal Prep
Make a batch of these pizza roses and freeze them! Perfect for a quick meal, just pop them in the oven for a delicious dinner in a pinch!
Serving Suggestions and Storage Tips
What to Serve With This
These pizza roses pair beautifully with a light salad or some crispy garlic bread! I mean, who can say no to more carbs? You could even whip up a side of veggie sticks with dip for a fun and balanced meal!
Storage
If you have any leftovers (not likely, but just in case), they’ll keep in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3 days.
Reheating Instructions
The best way to reheat them is in the oven so they stay crispy, just pop them in at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes, and they’ll be as delicious as the first day.
Freezer Friendly
Yes, they’re freezer-friendly! Assemble the roses, freeze them in the muffin tin, and once they’re solid, transfer them to a freezer bag or container. When you’re ready to enjoy, bake them directly from frozen, just add a few extra minutes to the baking time. Who said pizza night couldn’t happen any day of the week?
So, there you have it! This easy and delightful Valentine’s Day Pizza Roses recipe is sure to impress and fill your home with love and yumminess! Whether it’s the kids, your partner, or friends, they’re bound to ask for seconds.
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Pizza Roses
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Flour your countertop and roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick, then cut it into strips about 2 inches wide.
- Spread a generous layer of pizza sauce over each dough strip, leaving a small edge around the sides.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce, followed by pepperoni slices.
- Roll the strip tightly from one end to form a rose shape and place each rose in a greased muffin tin.
- Brush the tops of the pizza roses with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh basil before serving warm.