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Candy Cane Pizza

Deliciously Sweet Candy Cane Pizza for Holiday Cheer

This festive Candy Cane Pizza blends sweet and savory for a delightful holiday dessert experience.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Keyword: Candy Cane Pizza, Dessert Pizza, Festive Pizza, holiday dessert, Pizza Recipe, Sweet Pizza
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • 1 12-inch pre-made pizza crust Simple base that saves time

For the Sauce

  • ½ cup pizza sauce Adds savory goodness

For the Cheeses

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Melts beautifully
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese Adds a luscious layer

For the Sweet Mix

  • ¼ cup powdered sugar Sweetens the ricotta
  • 1 teaspoon peppermint extract Infuses refreshing flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth to the mixture

For the Toppings

  • 1 cup crushed candy canes The star of the show!
  • ½ cup mini marshmallows Optional for extra sweetness
  • ¼ cup chocolate sauce For drizzling
  • ½ cup whipped cream Optional for serving

Instructions

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).
  • Place the pre-made pizza crust on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Spread the pizza sauce over the crust, leaving a ½ inch border.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
  • In a small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, peppermint extract, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Dollop the ricotta mixture evenly on top of the pizza.
  • Sprinkle crushed candy canes across the pizza.
  • Optional: sprinkle mini marshmallows on top.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from the oven and drizzle with chocolate sauce.
  • Slice the pizza into wedges and serve warm, optionally with whipped cream.

Notes

Choose quality cheese for a richer flavor. Mind baking time to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 1mg