Quick and easy PESTO MINI PIZZAS APPETIZER, a tasty recipe without puff pastry to make in a few minutes, perfect to prepare in advance, an idea for Christmas or New Year.
Pesto mini pizzas are one of those recipes that save your holiday meal when you’re short on time but still want to serve something delicious. I often make them for Christmas or New Year because they’re quick, fragrant, and always a hit. The dough is yeast-free, so no endless waiting, and it’s topped with pesto and melty provolone for a super tasty result.
They are perfect as a quick appetizer, but they also work great for a festive buffet or even for a savory breakfast or a different snack. Once baked, they stay soft inside and slightly crispy outside, and the aroma of pesto tempts you even before taking a bite. The great thing is you can prepare them in advance and heat them up at the last minute stress-free.
If you’re looking for a quick, budget-friendly, and impressive appetizer for the holidays, these pesto mini pizzas are the right solution: few ingredients, zero fuss, and guaranteed results. Perfect for Christmas, New Year, and any time you want to impress without going crazy in the kitchen.
Follow me in the kitchen today; we have pesto mini pizzas.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 10 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven, Air frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Christmas, New Year
Ingredients
- 8.8 oz flour (the one you usually use)
- 0.5 cups water
- 1 pinch salt
- 3.5 oz pesto
- 2.8 oz provolone cheese
Steps
Pour the flour and salt into a bowl, add the water, and mix and knead.
Move to the workbench and work the dough a bit, then roll it out, cut with a glass, and spread the mini pizzas with your fingers. Place them on the baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Oil and bake at 356°F for about 10 minutes, then remove and top with a piece of provolone. Return to the oven for a couple of minutes.
Remove from the oven, add the pesto, a sprinkle of Parmesan, and pink peppercorns for color. Serve on arugula leaves.
Bon appétit
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Quick PESTO MINI PIZZAS APPETIZER
Smart tip: use quality pesto and well-dried provolone to avoid too much moisture.
If you want to make them even tastier, you can add cherry tomatoes, olives, or a sprinkle of Parmesan before baking.
For a Christmas buffet, they also look great in a mini version.
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FAQ Quick PESTO MINI PIZZAS APPETIZER
Can the pesto mini pizzas be frozen?
Yes, better if raw and already shaped.
Can they be prepared the day before?
Absolutely yes, they stay great.
Can I change the cheese?
Of course, mozzarella or scamorza work just fine.
Are they really for everyone?
Absolutely yes! No special skills required.
