Spinach Artichoke Heart Pizza
Transform your pizza night with this Spinach Artichoke Heart Pizza, a gourmet twist on a favorite appetizer. Featuring a creamy blend of softened cream cheese, Parmesan, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this homemade pizza is topped with fresh, garlicky sautéed spinach and tender artichoke hearts. A generous layer of bubbly mozzarella ties it all together on a perfectly crispy crust. This recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a quick and impressive choice for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve it hot from the oven for a slice that’s equal parts crispy, creamy, and flavorful—an irresistible vegetarian option that’s sure to be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (approximately 12-inch size) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 cup (quartered, canned or jarred) Artichoke hearts
- 1 cup (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 4 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Top the pizza with the sautéed spinach and the artichoke hearts, distributing them evenly across the surface.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the toppings, ensuring full coverage.
Drizzle the pizza with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil for a golden crust and enhanced flavor.
Carefully transfer the pizza (still on the parchment paper) to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1091 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.6 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 5% | |
*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.
