Best 4 Christmas Pizza Appetizer Recipes

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Christmas is a time for celebration, family, and of course, delicious food. And what better way to start your Christmas feast than with a festive appetizer? Christmas pizza appetizers are easy to make, fun to decorate, and will be a hit with your guests. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that perfectly fits your taste and budget. So grab your aprons and get ready to bake up a batch of these delicious treats.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CHRISTMAS PIZZA SQUARES



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Looking to add a dash of Christmas color to your appetizer mix? Topped with roasted peppers, caramelized onions, beef and black olives, this popular pizza is as tasty as it is decorative on the table.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 1h5m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon canola oil
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 jar (7 ounces) roasted red peppers, drained and sliced
1 medium tomato, seeded and diced
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, heat butter and oil; add onion. Cook and stir over low heat until onion is caramelized, 30-35 minutes. In another skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; set aside., Sprinkle cornmeal into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Press pizza dough into pan; prick dough with a fork. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes. Top with the beef, caramelized onion, cheese, red peppers, tomato and olives. Bake until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes longer. Cut into squares; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHRISTMAS PIZZA APPETIZER



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This cold, pizza-style appetizer is a refreshing change from heavier Christmas fare.

Provided by JENHA

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Pastries

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package crescent roll dough, unrolled and divided into triangles
1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese
¼ cup light sour cream
¼ cup light mayonnaise-style salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip®)
3 tablespoons ranch dressing mix
¼ cup diced bell pepper
¼ cup finely chopped broccoli florets
⅓ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Arrange crescent roll triangles in the shape of a Christmas tree on a baking sheet. Pierce dough with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool while making the topping.
  • Mix cream cheese, sour cream, salad dressing, and dressing mix together. Spread mixture over the cooled crescent tree. Top with bell pepper, broccoli, and Cheddar cheese. Chill for at least 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 23.6 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 549.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

FESTIVE PIZZA APPETIZERS



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What do you get when you combine two convenience ingredients with fresh veggies and shredded cheese? The answer: This colorful veggie-topped "pizza"!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 container (8 ounces) dill dip or spinach dip
1 package (16 ounces) ready-to-serve original pizza crust (12 to 14 inches in diameter)
2 cups chopped fresh vegetables
1/2 cup finely shredded Cheddar cheese (2 ounces)

Steps:

  • Spread dill dip over pizza crust within 1/2 inch of edge.
  • Sprinkle with vegetables and cheese. Cut into 1 1/2-inch diamond shapes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30, Carbohydrate 4 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 70 mg

CHRISTMAS PIZZA



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Use up leftover roast turkey and sausagemeat stuffing in this new spin on an Italian classic

Provided by Katy Greenwood

Categories     Main course

Time 27m

Number Of Ingredients 7

145g pizza base mix
6 tbsp tomato pasta sauce
large handful (about 100g) leftover stuffing (a sausage stuffing works well for this)
large handful (about 100g) leftover cooked turkey , shredded
100g mozzarella , sliced
small pack sage , leaves picked
1 tbsp olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Prepare the pizza base mix following pack instructions. Once rolled out, leave to rest for 10 mins, then top with the pasta sauce.
  • Scatter over the stuffing and turkey, then top with the mozzarella. Toss the sage leaves with the oil, then scatter over the pizza, drizzling over any remaining oil. Bake for 10-12 mins until the crust is crisp and the cheese has melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624 calories, Fat 32 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 48 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 35 grams protein, Sodium 2.1 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right bread: A sturdy bread that can hold up to the toppings is essential. A baguette, ciabatta, or focaccia are all good options.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the pizza will be. Look for ripe tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and flavorful pesto.
  • Don't overload the pizza: Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy. Stick to a few simple ingredients that complement each other.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy crust and melted cheese.
  • Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing: This will help to prevent the toppings from falling off.

Conclusion:

Christmas pizza appetizers are a festive and delicious way to start your holiday party. With a variety of toppings to choose from, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So get creative and have fun!

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