Description

A delightful twist on classic pizza, this Spinach Artichoke Pizza combines creamy, cheesy spinach-artichoke dip with a crispy crust and melty mozzarella. It’s a perfect choice for a cozy dinner, game night, or casual get-together with friends.

Ingredients

Scale

1 prepared pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

1 tbsp olive oil

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

1 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup sour cream

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Summon the oven’s blaze by setting it to a searing 475°F (245°C). Should a pizza stone be part of your culinary arsenal, nestle it within the oven’s chamber as the heat steadily mounts.
Spread the dough over a flour-dusted worktop, molding it into the silhouette and depth that suits your craving. Gently move it onto a parchment-lined tray or settle it atop the blazing-hot stone, primed and waiting.
Warm olive oil in a skillet over a moderate flame. Toss in the garlic, letting it sauté for about a minute, before introducing the spinach. Stir until it softens and wilts. Add the artichokes, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Once blended, gently fold in the spinach-artichoke mixture until fully incorporated.
Spread the mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
Remove from oven, sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired, slice, and serve hot.

Notes

Make Ahead Option: You can prepare the spinach-artichoke mixture up to 2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator to save time on pizza night.
Crust Tips: For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the pizza dough for 5 minutes before adding the toppings. This helps prevent sogginess from the creamy mixture.
Cheese Variations: Feel free to mix in other cheeses like fontina, provolone, or a bit of goat cheese for a more complex flavor profile.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 660mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 30mg