Cranberry Pizza Appetizer
Elevate your holiday entertaining with this irresistible Cranberry Pizza Appetizer—a festive twist on traditional pizza that’s perfect for any gathering! Featuring a pre-made pizza crust as the base, this dish combines the creamy richness of seasoned cream cheese and melted mozzarella with the tangy sweetness of whole berry cranberry sauce. A sprinkle of fresh rosemary and crunchy pecans or walnuts adds a rustic, aromatic flair, while a quick bake in the oven creates a golden, bubbly masterpiece. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make appetizer strikes the ultimate balance of savory and sweet, making it an ideal crowd-pleaser for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive occasion. Serve warm or at room temperature and watch your guests go back for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 1 piece Pre-made pizza crust
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Cranberry sauce (whole berry)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 0.25 cup Pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2
Place the pre-made pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Brush the crust lightly with olive oil to enhance crispness.
Step 3
In a small bowl, combine cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.
Step 4
Spread the cream cheese evenly over the pizza crust, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges.
Step 5
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Step 6
Dollop cranberry sauce over the top of the mozzarella in small spoonfuls, spreading it slightly but not covering the entire surface.
Step 7
Sprinkle the chopped pecans or walnuts over the top for added crunch.
Step 8
Add a sprinkle of chopped fresh rosemary for a festive and aromatic touch.
Step 9
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing into small appetizer-sized pieces.
Step 11
Serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful holiday appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (870.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2439.8 |
| Total Fat 146.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 66.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g | |
| Cholesterol 317.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3013.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 238.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 106.7g | |
| Protein 60.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1105.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 815.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories