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Jalapeno Popper Pizza

A creamy, spicy, and savory pizza inspired by the classic appetizer. Featuring a garlic cream cheese base, crispy bacon, fresh jalapenos, and melted mozzarella.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

The Crust
  • 1 lb pizza dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tbsp cornmeal for dusting
The Sauce
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp milk to loosen mixture
Toppings
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 6 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 3 whole jalapenos sliced thinly
  • 0.25 cup white onion sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
  2. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
  3. In a small bowl, mix softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and milk until smooth.
  4. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired size (approx 12-14 inches).
  5. Transfer dough to a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet or pizza peel.
  6. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a rim for the crust.
  7. Top with shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  8. Arrange sliced jalapenos, onions, and crumbled bacon over the cheese.
  9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Remove from oven, garnish with green onions and red pepper flakes. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

Wear gloves when slicing fresh jalapenos to avoid irritation.