Puff Pastry Margherita Pizza is easy to make and perfect as an appetizer, light lunch, or last-minute snack. Topped with juicy tomatoes, shredded mozzarella, and fresh basil, it’s a sure crowd-pleaser!
I always stock up on frozen puff pastry in my freezer for many sweet and savory treats. One of my favorite things to make with it is Margherita pizza. It’s a quick fix for a cheesy pizza craving, but it looks and tastes so gourmet!
We enjoy it a few times a month, and there are many reasons why it should be on your regular meal rotation, too!
- The subtle aroma of garlic, the gooey mozzarella cheese, the juicy tomatoes, and the earthy scent of basil on a flaky, buttery puff pastry crust are hard to resist.
- It’s as pretty as it is tasty. The combination of yellows, reds, and greens is sure to whet everyone’s appetite.
- Only six ingredients and less than 20 minutes from the kitchen to the table! Use your favorite store-bought frozen puff pastry, and your scrumptious treat is ready in a pinch.
- The recipe is adaptable! Feel free to add Proscuitto, ham, or other veggies, such as caramelized onions, mushrooms, or sweet peppers.
Assembling the pizza
- Do not overload the puff pastry with toppings. You don’t want to weigh it down too much as it might not rise properly.
- Puff pastry works best cold. If it gets warm during preparation, stick it back into the freezer for about 5 minutes or in the refrigerator for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Although pre-shredded mozzarella is more convenient, use fresh mozzarella and shred it yourself if possible. It just melts better.
Quick tip
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, add to WARM and not hot oil so it has time to infuse flavor.
Serving suggestions
Enjoy the pizza as an appetizer, light lunch, or midday snack. Pair it with your favorite tossed salad for a hearty meal!
Storage instructions
Puff pastry is best eaten immediately as it tends to lose flakiness over time. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Recrisp in a 400 F for about 3 to 5 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry
- 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
Instructions
- Thaw puff pastry at room temperature for about 30 to 40 minutes or until it’s easy to unfold and handle.
- 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.
- Unfold puff pastry and cut lengthwise into two halves. Place in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Brush with the garlic-infused olive oil.
- Top with mozzarella cheese, leaving about 1/2 inch space around the edges.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes on top of the cheese. Refrigerate for about 7 to 10 minutes.
- Bake in a 400 F oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown.
- In the last 2 to 3 minutes, carefully sprinkle basil leaves on top.
- Remove pizza from oven and cut into squares. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overload the puff pastry with toppings. You don’t want to weigh it down too much as it might not rise properly.
- Puff pastry works best cold. If it gets warm during preparation, stick it back into the freezer for about 5 minutes or in the refrigerator for about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Although pre-shredded mozzarella is more convenient, use fresh mozzarella and shred it yourself if possible. It just melts better.
- As garlic burns fast, add to WARM and not hot oil so it has time to infuse flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Nancy @ whispered inspirations says
I’ve never tried a pastry pizza before but your recipe looks really good! I’ll have to make it for lunch one day!
Lalaine says
Thanks!
Vishal Vashisht says
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.
Lalaine says
Awesome, Vishal! Enjoy!
Danielle says
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.
Lalaine says
This will make a lovely, light dinner, Danielle!
adriana says
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!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Adriana! This is definitely yummy!
Cindy Ingalls says
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.
Lalaine says
Yes, this is super adaptable. You can use whatever meat and veggies you like. 🙂
Anna nuttall says
Yum this look amazing. I love Puff pastry pizza. xxx
Lalaine says
You’d definitely love the flavors in this one! Thanks, Anna.
Franc Ramon says
I love that the pizza is not too overwhelming in size. It also look easy to prepare and looks really delicious.
Lalaine says
It’s very easy to make, you’ll be out of the kitchen in no time 🙂
robin Rue says
The crust is my favorite part of pizza. This sounds ah-mazing. Can’t wait to make it.
Lalaine says
It’s mine, too! Thanks, Robin. I hope you give the recipe a try.
Sarah-Louise Bailey says
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.
Lalaine says
Thanks a lot, Sarah!
brittany niewinski says
The pizza looks delicious! Puff pastry crust is a great idea and will make the crust flakier and yummier!
Lalaine says
The buttery crust does take this pizza to a whole new level of yum!
travel blogger says
With only six ingredients, I am definitely making this for dinner! This sounds so yummy and perfect for a nice sunny, spring afternoon.
Lalaine says
The short ingredient list definitely makes it a winner for dinner 🙂
Elizabeth O. says
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!
Lalaine says
You’re welcome, Elizabeth. I am sure the kids will love it!
tara pittman says
That looks so good! Now I am craving pizza.
Lalaine says
Thank you, Tara.
Kwame says
I never thought about using puff pastry dough for pizza. I’m definitely trying a vegan version of this. Thanks for the idea.
Lalaine says
Enjoy!
Sanna says
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!
Lalaine says
Thanks, Sanna 🙂