Christmas is fast approaching and this year I'm bringing the best appetizer to the party. 'Tis the season to make mini pizza appetizers or my favorite mini pizza bites appetizer with Christmas tree cookie cutters!
Not only are they a unique and festive dish but also an easy and fun way for you and your kids to get creative in the kitchen. Whether it’s for your next family gathering or that special holiday dinner, these delicious mini pizzas will bring smiles all around.
So break out those cookie cutters and let’s create some yummy pizza appetizers this season!
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Are you looking for a new and exciting appetizer to serve at your upcoming Christmas party? If so, look no further than these mini pizzas crafted with festive holiday flair!
Nothing says Christmas cheer like tiny little pizza slices shaped into miniature Christmas trees – complete with pepperoni and green pepper decorations!
Let's get creative and show off your culinary skills by making these unique, delicious snacks that both adults and kids will love. Plus, who wouldn't want a tasty bite-sized mini Christmas pizza before digging into the main course?
Read on for my step-by-step recipe on how to make this holiday classic – complete with pictures included!
Looking for more pizza recipes? Try my Air Fryer Pizza Recipes, or my Pizza and Pepperoni Braid Recipe.
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Mini Appetizers
Whether you’re hosting a big event or just getting together with family and friends, appetizers are a must! But as we all know, time is precious this time of year – so making complicated finger foods isn’t an option.
Let's try hosting a party only serving mini appetizers that will be sure to wow your guests this season while taking minimal effort on your part!
A few of our favorite to try are mini quiche, mini puff pastry appetizers, Tomato and Mozzarella Puff Pastry Bites, and one of my favorites, Mini Ravioli made in the air fryer.
🛒Helpful Kitchen Tools
3 Pieces Christmas Tree Cookie Cutters
3 Piece Christmas Cookie CuttersChristmas Cookie Cutter-6 Pcs Plastic Cookie Cutter SetRolling Pin Baking Mat Set
📋Main Ingredients Needed
Quick Tip: For this recipe, I used my Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe. However, I've also made these mini pizza bites appetizer with Pillsbury refrigerator pizza dough and deli pizza dough. They all work fine!
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Step 1: On a large floured surface, roll out the pizza dough until thin and then use desired cookie cutters to cut out shapes with the dough.
- Step 2: Try to place the cookie cutters close enough together on the pizza dough so you don't waste too much of the dough. You can easily roll out the scraps again to cut more shapes.
- Step 3: Arrange the shapes 1 to 2 inches apart on a baking sheet that has been lined with baking parchment sheets.
- Step 4: Add your favorite toppings to the mini pizza appetizers.
Baking Instructions
- Bake the pizza in a hot preheated 425°F until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Appetizers to serve with pizza
Serve the pizza appetizers with our family's favorite pizza dipping sauces. You can serve Caprese Antipasto Skewers or a few of our delicious Italian Puff Pastry Appetizers.
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Recipe Variations
- Change out the pizza sauce and use your favorite Alfredo sauce or a homemade meat sauce.
- Instead of pepperoni, try salami!
- Add an assortment of vegetables like red and green peppers. If your family likes mushrooms, add those as well.
Prep-Ahead Tips
- You can prepare the mini pizza appetizers ahead of time by putting the pizzas together, cover lightly with plastic wrap and then placing the tray in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake them.
- These mini pizza appetizers work great all year round and would be really cute for a child's birthday party using animal or flower shaped cookie cutters.
Storage Tips
- If you have any leftovers, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap or place them in an airtight container before storing them in the refrigerator.
- When ready to eat, either reheat it in the air fryer or an oven preheated to 350 degrees F until cheese bubbles.
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Recipe Card
Mini Pizza Appetizers
A fun recipe to serve as a first course this holiday season is these Mini Pizza Appetizers made with Christmas cookie cutters.
Ingredients
- Pizza crust dough, either homemade or store bought
- 1 cup pizza or marinara sauce
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese
- Assorted pizza toppings such as pepperoni, green and red peppers
Instructions
- On a large floured surface, roll out the pizza dough until thin.
- Use desired cookie cutters to cut out shapes with the dough.
- Arrange the shapes 1 to 2 inches apart on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper.
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over each pizza.
- Add the cheese and toppings to the pizzas.
- Bake in a preheated 425 degree oven until the dough is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly; about 5 - 7 minutes.
Notes
- You can prepare the mini pizza appetizers ahead of time by putting the pizzas together, cover lightly with plastic wrap and then placing the tray in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake them.
- These mini pizza appetizers work great all year round and would be really cute for a child's birthday party using animal or flower shaped cookie cutters.
- You might want to try my Homemade Pizza Dough Recipe.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
15Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 117Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 275mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 1gSugar: 2gProtein: 6g
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This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2013 with new photos, information and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!
Nicolle says
Lois thank you so much for sharing your recipe at my weekly link party! I'm happy to be featuring you this week! Hope you have a great holiday!
Lois says
Thank you so much! I saw the feature on IG as well!!!
Beth says
LOVE these mini pizzas Lois! We will be featuring you starting Wednesday at the Creative Crafts Linky Party! Pinned and shared
Creatively, Beth
Michele Graham says
A festive addition to the holidays. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday.
Lois says
Thank you for hosting!
Nicolle says
Lois how cute are these??? We do pizza night every Friday and my boys would love these! I'd love to invite you to come link up your recipe over at my Weekly Wednesday Link Party for a chance to be featured! https://www.ourtinynest.com/2022/12/14/weekly-wednesday-link-party-326/
Lois says
Thank you! Adding your party to my list this week.
Ann Y. says
Oh, these are so cute! We are having a neighborhood party and everyone is asked to bring an appetizer....this will be a hit. Thank you !
Lois says
Thank you for visiting! I hope you enjoy them for the holidays!
mickeydownunder says
G'day and YUM! With I could have one right now!
Cheers! Joanne
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Beth says
I love pizza and this looks so good!
Happy New Year!