Puff Pastry Margherita Pizza made with ripe tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, and puff pastry. With bright Spring flavors on a flaky, buttery crust, it’s perfect as an appetizer, entree or last-minute snacks.
How swift time flies! It seems like I went to bed and overnight winter turned to Spring. Wasn’t it just yesterday I was bundled in a thick cardigan and thigh-high boots for the frosty weather? Now I am walking around in tank top and flip flops savoring bright, sunny days!
Not that I am complaining. Spring happens to be my favorite season of the year. I prefer its temperate temperature, not blistering hot like summer or freezing cold like winter. I love how the trees and flowers and grass come alive in vibrant colors. I can’t wait to sink my teeth into the verdant Spring produce that’s sure to hit our local farmer’s markets soon.
I love a plateful roasted brussels sprouts or a bowlful of butternut squash soup like the next person but it’s time to bring on the asparagus and the artichokes!
One of my favorite ways to celebrate spring is this Puff Pastry Margherita Pizza. What better speaks of the season than gorgeous reds, yellows, and greens? With the subtle aroma of garlic, the gooey mozzarella cheese, the juicy tomatoes, the earthy scent of basil, and the light, airy puff pastry crust all coming together beautifully, it’s perfect as an appetizer, entree or last-minute snacks.
And the best part? Only six ingredients and less than 20 minutes from the kitchen to table! Thanks to Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry, this Margherita pizza is ready in a pinch.
This my third time working with Pepperidge Farm® Puff Pastry and as you can tell, I am a big fan. It’s versatile, convenient, and easy to use, you’ll have your sweet and savory creations lined up for family and guests to enjoy in no time.
Make sure to check out Pepperidge Farm® website to find plenty of puff pastry recipes and ideas as well as tips and techniques.
Speaking of tips, here are a few on how to make this Puff Pastry Margherita Pizza:
- I like to warm up the olive oil with minced garlic to give the pizza the flavor and aroma of garlic without little bits on the pizza to bite into. As garlic burns fast, make sure to add to WARM and not hot oil so it has time to infuse flavor.
- Do not overload the puff pastry with the toppings as you don’t want to weigh it down too much.
- Although pre-shredded mozzarella is more convenient, use fresh mozzarella and shred it yourself if possible. It just melts better.
- If the pastry starts to get warm during preparation, stick it back into the freezer for about 5 minutes or in the refrigerator for about 10 to 15 minutes.
Puff Pastry Margherita Pizza with ripe tomatoes, mozzarella, fresh basil leaves, and puff pastry. With bright Spring flavors on a flaky, buttery crust, it's perfect as an appetizer, entree or midday snack.
- 1 sheet Pepperidge Farm puff pastry, halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella, shredded
- 10 cherry and sun gold tomatoes, halved
- fresh basil leaves, chiffonaded
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Thaw puff pastry at room temperature for about 30 to 40 minutes or until it's easy to unfold and handle.
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In a small pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. When the olive oil begins to warm, add garlic. Cook, stirring regularly until garlic is lightly browned and has rendered flavor. With a slotted spoon, remove garlic.
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Unfold puff pastry and cut lengthwise into two halves. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
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Brush with the garlic-infused olive oil.
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Top with mozzarella cheese, leaving about 1/2 inch space around the edges.
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Arrange sliced tomatoes on top of the cheese. Refrigerate for about 7 to 10 minutes.
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Bake in a 400 F oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
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In the last 2 to 3 minutes, carefully sprinkle basil leaves on top. Remove pizza from oven and cut into squares. Serve immediately.
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Okay, I’m probably the only one here who has never heard about puff pastry. It looks good s I think I am going to try it
Literally, my mouth is watering now.. This looks amazing! YUM!
Thanks 🙂
Now this looks delicious! I have to make it for dinner one night this week.
Please do 🙂
Oh my goodness! This is really tempting and tasty for sure, I wanna grab it from my screen lol.
Thanks, Dana 🙂
I love margherita pizzas. I would love to be able to make it at home. This looks like the recipe to do just that.
This is the simplest way to homemade margherita pizzas 🙂
Love it, looks so yummy and easy thank you for share it!! My kids will love it
You’re welcome 🙂 Enjoy!
I’ve never tried a pastry pizza before but your recipe looks really good! I’ll have to make it for lunch one day!
Thanks!
I love Pizza and more the merrier is my motto for them. This is an awesome looking Pizza and our dinner tonight for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Awesome, Vishal! Enjoy!
I love this! Even my kids could help make these. Maybe we’ll have these for dinner one night this week while daddy’s out of town.
This will make a lovely, light dinner, Danielle!
This seriously looks SO incredible!! I love making my own pizza and this one looks great. I definitely will be trying this recipe out! YUM!
Thanks, Adriana! This is definitely yummy!
I like the idea of using puff pastry for pizza. It gives it a nice light, flaky taste. You could get really creative with the toppings you use as well.
Yes, this is super adaptable. You can use whatever meat and veggies you like. 🙂
Yum this look amazing. I love Puff pastry pizza. xxx
You’d definitely love the flavors in this one! Thanks, Anna.
I love that the pizza is not too overwhelming in size. It also look easy to prepare and looks really delicious.
It’s very easy to make, you’ll be out of the kitchen in no time 🙂
The crust is my favorite part of pizza. This sounds ah-mazing. Can’t wait to make it.
It’s mine, too! Thanks, Robin. I hope you give the recipe a try.
I can’t appreciate a pizza without veggies on top. The flavor I get from the cheese and the mixed veggies were incredibly scrumptious. This Margherita pizza looks really good.
Thanks a lot, Sarah!
The pizza looks delicious! Puff pastry crust is a great idea and will make the crust flakier and yummier!
The buttery crust does take this pizza to a whole new level of yum!
With only six ingredients, I am definitely making this for dinner! This sounds so yummy and perfect for a nice sunny, spring afternoon.
The short ingredient list definitely makes it a winner for dinner 🙂
Creative use of puff pastry! I love making homemade pizza for me and the kids and this would be a nice twist to the usual recipe. Thanks for the lovely idea!
You’re welcome, Elizabeth. I am sure the kids will love it!
That looks so good! Now I am craving pizza.
Thank you, Tara.
I never thought about using puff pastry dough for pizza. I’m definitely trying a vegan version of this. Thanks for the idea.
Enjoy!
I love anything that is on a puff pastry. The buttery crisp layers always get me. The vegetables on the bed of cheese in this pizza look so good!
Thanks, Sanna 🙂