BLT Pizza Recipe

Pizza dough: The base of your pizza, which can be either pre-made or homemade.

Tomato sauce: A rich and flavorful sauce that serves as the foundation for your toppings.

Mozzarella cheese: A mild, creamy cheese that melts beautifully and adds a gooey texture.

Bacon: Cooked and crumbled, it adds a savory, smoky flavor to the pizza.

Lettuce: Fresh and crisp, it adds a refreshing crunch to the finished pizza.

Tomato: Sliced and added on top for a burst of juicy flavor.

To achieve a perfectly crispy crust, consider pre-baking the pizza dough for about 5-7 minutes before adding the tomato sauce and toppings. This step ensures that the crust is fully cooked and prevents it from becoming soggy under the sauce and cheese.

• pizza dough - Substitute with cauliflower crust: For a low-carb and gluten-free option, cauliflower crust provides a similar base texture.

• tomato sauce - Substitute with pesto sauce: Pesto adds a fresh, herby flavor that complements the other ingredients well.

• mozzarella cheese - Substitute with cheddar cheese: Cheddar offers a sharper taste and melts well, providing a different but delicious flavor profile.

• bacon - Substitute with turkey bacon: Turkey bacon is a leaner alternative that still offers a similar smoky flavor.

• lettuce - Substitute with arugula: Arugula adds a peppery taste and a bit more texture compared to regular lettuce.

• tomato - Substitute with sun-dried tomatoes: Sun-dried tomatoes offer a more concentrated flavor and a chewy texture that can add depth to the pizza.

• Allow the BLT pizza to cool completely before storing. This prevents condensation from forming, which can make the crust soggy.
• Wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This helps maintain freshness and prevents the slices from sticking together.
• Place the wrapped slices in an airtight container or a zip-top freezer bag. If using a freezer bag, remove as much air as possible to prevent freezer burn.
• Label the container or bag with the date. This ensures you know how long the pizza has been stored.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, place the container or bag in the freezer, where it can be kept for up to 2 months.

Reheating Instructions

• For refrigerated slices, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the slices on a baking sheet and heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
• For frozen slices, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the slices on a baking sheet and heat for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
• Alternatively, you can reheat slices in a microwave. Place a slice on a microwave-safe plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes, checking frequently to avoid overcooking.
• For a crispier crust, consider using a toaster oven or reheating slices in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes on each side.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the leftover BLT pizza on a baking sheet.
  3. Cover the pizza loosely with aluminum foil to prevent the lettuce from wilting too much.
  4. Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted.
  5. Remove the foil for the last 2-3 minutes if you prefer a crispier top.

• Skillet Method:

  1. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Place the leftover BLT pizza in the skillet.
  3. Cover the skillet with a lid to help the cheese melt evenly.
  4. Heat for about 5-8 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place a microwave-safe plate in the microwave.
  2. Put a cup of water in the microwave next to the plate to keep the crust from getting too chewy.
  3. Heat the BLT pizza on medium power for about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Check if the cheese is melted and the crust is warm. If not, continue heating in 30-second intervals.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the leftover BLT pizza in the air fryer basket.
  3. Heat for about 3-5 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted.
  4. Check frequently to avoid overcooking.

• Toaster Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your toaster oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the leftover BLT pizza on the toaster oven tray.
  3. Heat for about 5-10 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is bubbly.
  4. Keep an eye on it to prevent burning.

• Oven: Used to bake the pizza at the specified temperature until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

• Baking sheet: Provides a flat surface to roll out and bake the pizza dough.

• Rolling pin: Helps to evenly roll out the pizza dough to the desired thickness.

• Measuring cup: Used to measure the tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese accurately.

• Cheese grater: Grates the mozzarella cheese if you are using a block of cheese instead of pre-shredded.

• Knife: Slices the tomato and can be used to chop the cooked bacon if not already crumbled.

• Cutting board: Provides a safe surface to slice the tomato and crumble the bacon.

• Spatula: Helps to spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.

• Cooling rack: Allows the pizza to cool slightly after baking, ensuring the crust doesn't become soggy.

• Pizza cutter: Used to slice the pizza into serving pieces once it's ready to be served.

Use pre-cooked bacon: Save time by using pre-cooked bacon that only needs a quick reheat.

Pre-shredded cheese: Opt for pre-shredded mozzarella cheese to skip the grating step.

Ready-made dough: Utilize pre-made pizza dough to avoid the time-consuming process of making it from scratch.

Preheat the oven early: Start preheating your oven while you prepare the ingredients to save waiting time.

Assemble toppings in advance: Prepare and assemble all toppings ahead of time so you can quickly add them to the pizza.