Description
These Mini Chicago Deep Dish Pizzas bring all the cheesy, saucy, buttery crust goodness of the Windy City classic into a handheld, party-perfect bite. Made in a muffin tin for easy prep and serving, they’re crispy on the outside, gooey in the center, and impossible to stop at just one. Ideal for game day spreads, gatherings, or a fun dinner twist!
Ingredients
1 package refrigerated pizza dough or homemade dough
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup cooked sausage, pepperoni, or your favorite pizza topping
¾ cup thick pizza sauce or crushed tomatoes
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Olive oil for brushing
Dried oregano or Italian seasoning for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
Roll out pizza dough and cut into 12 circles slightly larger than the muffin cups.
Press each dough round into the tin, creating little deep dish crusts.
Layer mozzarella and your chosen toppings into each cup. Spoon pizza sauce over the top.
Sprinkle with Parmesan and a pinch of oregano.
Bake for 13–15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Let cool slightly before removing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Snack