Mac Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with this Mac and Cheese Stuffed Crust Pizza! This recipe combines the creamy decadence of homemade macaroni and cheese with the cheesy, savory flavors of a classic pizza. Perfectly al dente elbow macaroni is tossed in a velvety cheddar cheese sauce and tucked into a golden, buttery crust, creating a stuffed edge that’s pure magic in every bite. Topped with tangy pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings, this pizza is baked to bubbly, golden perfection. Whether you’re craving the perfect game-day snack or a fun, over-the-top family dinner, this recipe guarantees smiles all around. Try it today for a meal that’s equal parts nostalgia and innovation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pizza Dough
- 1 cup Elbow Macaroni
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
- 1.5 cups Milk
- 1.5 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Pizza Sauce
- optional Toppings of Choice (e.g., pepperoni, vegetables)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Instructions
Cook the elbow macaroni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute until it forms a smooth roux. Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens and is smooth, about 3-4 minutes.
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper until melted and creamy. Toss the cooked macaroni in the cheese sauce until well combined. Set aside to cool slightly.
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Lightly grease a pizza pan or baking sheet with olive oil.
Roll out the pizza dough into a circle, slightly larger than your pizza pan. Place the dough on the pan, allowing the edges to hang over.
Spoon the mac and cheese mixture around the edge of the pizza dough, leaving about 1 inch of space from the edge. Carefully fold the dough over the mac and cheese and press to seal, creating the stuffed crust.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the center of the crust. Sprinkle 1.5 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Add your desired toppings over the cheese layer (e.g., pepperoni, veggies, etc.) and sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of mozzarella cheese on top.
Brush the stuffed crust with a light layer of olive oil and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the edges.
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3539 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.4 g | 225% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.3 g | 456% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 7332 mg | 319% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.6 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 170.5 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 3064 mg | 236% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 2017 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
