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Jalapeño Popper Pizza

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A delicious pizza inspired by jalapeño poppers, featuring creamy cheese, jalapeños, and a crunchy crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup jalapeños, sliced (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for brushing the crust
  • Optional: crumbled bacon for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C), and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
  2. Lightly flour a work surface and roll the pizza dough to your preferred thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or a hot pizza stone, sprinkling a little cornmeal under the dough if desired.
  4. Combine the cream cheese, mozzarella, cheddar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl, mixing until smooth.
  5. Spread the cheese mixture over the dough evenly, leaving a small rim for the crust.
  6. Scatter the sliced jalapeños on top, adding crumbled bacon if using.
  7. Brush the crust edges lightly with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven, let rest for 2-3 minutes, slice, and serve hot.

Notes

For less heat, remove jalapeño seeds or use milder peppers. Experiment with different cheese combinations for unique flavors.