Save Miniature pizzas shaped like maple leaves, topped with vibrant autumn-hued vegetables and a sweet touch of maple, perfect for festive gatherings.
This recipe brings the colors and flavors of fall right to your table. I love making these with my family during the season.
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Ingredients
- Dough: 1 pound (450 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), All-purpose flour for dusting
- Sauce: 1/3 cup (80 ml) tomato sauce, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 1 clove garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, Salt and pepper to taste
- Toppings: 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup (60 g) shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 small red bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/2 small yellow bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/2 small orange bell pepper thinly sliced, 1/4 small red onion thinly sliced, 1/4 cup (30 g) baby spinach chopped, 2 tablespoons corn kernels optional, Olive oil for brushing
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Using a maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter (about 4 inches/10 cm wide), cut out 8 shapes. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 3:
- In a small bowl, mix the tomato sauce, maple syrup, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Step 4:
- Spoon a thin layer of the sauce onto each dough leaf.
- Step 5:
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar over the sauce.
- Step 6:
- Arrange the bell peppers, onion, spinach, and corn on top to create a colorful foliage effect.
- Step 7:
- Lightly brush the edges of the dough with olive oil.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are golden.
- Step 9:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Save Sharing these mini pizzas with my family always brings joy and sparks conversations about our favorite fall memories.
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Required Tools
Maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter, Rolling pin, Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Mixing bowls, Pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), Milk (cheese). May contain Corn (if using corn kernels). Always double-check labels for store-bought dough and cheese if allergies are a concern.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 180 per mini pizza, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 23 g, Protein: 7 g
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These mini pizzas are a delightful seasonal treat that bring warmth and color to any gathering.
Recipe Guide
- → What type of dough is best for these maple leaf pizzas?
Use a soft pizza dough that can be rolled evenly. Store-bought or homemade dough both work well for shaping and baking.
- → How do I achieve the maple leaf shape?
A maple leaf-shaped cookie cutter is ideal for cutting the dough into consistent festive shapes before baking.
- → Can the cheese toppings be substituted?
Yes, smoked gouda or goat cheese can replace mozzarella and cheddar for richer flavor variations.
- → What vegetables create the autumn color effect?
Thin slices of red, yellow, and orange bell peppers, along with red onion and baby spinach, provide vibrant fall hues.
- → Can these be prepared ahead of time?
The dough shapes and topping prep can be done in advance, but baking is best close to serving to maintain freshness.
