Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – A crispy, gooey, and irresistible dessert pizza recipe that’s better than takeout and ready in just 20 minutes. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to the perfect cinnamon sugar topping. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Roasted Goat Cheese Mini Peppers and Easy Homemade Churros Recipe.
Why This Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy pizza crust with a soft, gooey center
- Gooey melted cheese and sweet cinnamon sugar topping
- Quick and easy recipe with minimal ingredients
- Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth craving
What You'll Need for Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Pizza dough
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Mozzarella cheese
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
- Melted butter
- Vanilla extract
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
- Optional: Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Pizza dough: Store-bought or homemade pizza dough works great.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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How to Make Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix together cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven and pizza pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) with a pizza pan or baking sheet inside.
- Roll out the pizza dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness.
- Add the cinnamon sugar topping: Brush the rolled-out dough with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the cinnamon sugar topping.
- Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza pan or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar and whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid adding too much cinnamon sugar topping, as it can make the pizza soggy. Stick to a thin layer for the best results.
- Expert tip: For an extra crispy crust, brush the edges of the pizza dough with olive oil before adding the toppings.
- Time-saving tip: Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough while the oven is preheating to save time.
Storing & Reheating Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Freezing Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
Freeze baked pizza slices for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat leftover pizza slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat leftover pizza slices in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding fresh fruit like apples or pears to the pizza before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the mozzarella cheese with shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the pizza crust is not crispy, try baking it on a preheated pizza stone or baking steel for better results.
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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Butter
- Vanilla extract
- Mozzarella cheese
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
- Melted butter
- Vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping: In a small bowl, mix together cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven and pizza pan: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) with a pizza pan or baking sheet inside.
- Roll out the pizza dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness.
- Add the cinnamon sugar topping: Brush the rolled-out dough with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the dough.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the cinnamon sugar topping.
- Bake the pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza pan or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve with a dusting of powdered sugar and whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a fun twist, try adding fresh fruit like apples or pears to the pizza before baking.
- Best substitution: Substitute the mozzarella cheese with shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese for a different flavor profile.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the pizza crust is not crispy, try baking it on a preheated pizza stone or baking steel for better results.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze baked pizza slices for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Oven reheat: Reheat leftover pizza slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat leftover pizza slices in the microwave for 30-45 seconds, then crisp up in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 310
- Protein: 11g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbs: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Cholesterol: 45mg
- Sat. Fat: 8g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout FAQs
While it's best enjoyed fresh, you can prepare the cinnamon sugar topping and roll out the pizza dough up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Adding too much cinnamon sugar topping can make the pizza soggy. Stick to a thin layer for the best results.
Yes, you can make this pizza in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), then cook the pizza for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Reheat leftover pizza slices in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes for the best results.
Yes, this homemade cinnamon sugar dessert pizza is crispier, gooier, and more delicious than takeout! Plus, it's ready in just 20 minutes.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Cinnamon Sugar Dessert Pizza – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
