Description
Heart-Shaped Mini Pizzas with Mozzarella & Basil are the perfect way to add a touch of romance to any meal. These adorable pizzas feature a crispy, golden crust topped with gooey fresh mozzarella and fragrant basil. Ideal for date nights or casual gatherings, these mini pizzas promise to impress with their delightful flavors and charming presentation. Easy to make, they transform simple ingredients into an unforgettable culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (fresh or store-bought)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into pieces
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface until approximately 1/4 inch thick. Cut into heart shapes using cookie cutters or by hand.
- Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over each heart-shaped dough piece.
- Scatter torn mozzarella pieces generously over the sauce.
- Top with fresh basil leaves.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are crispy and cheese is bubbly.
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 25mg