Festive New Year's Celebration Pizza
Celebrate the arrival of the New Year with this delightful Festive New Year's Celebration Pizza. Shaped in the iconic numbers 2-0-2-3, this vibrant pizza is packed with colorful vegetables, melted mozzarella, and savory pepperoni, making it a crowd-pleaser for your New Year's Eve gathering. Bake up some fun as you countdown to midnight with this easy-to-make recipe that will impress your family and friends. It's not just a snack; it's a festive centerpiece that brings good fortune for the year ahead!
8
Servings
400
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
pizza dough
2 (13 7/8 ounce) cans (unroll and cut into numbers)
pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups (to spread over the dough)
shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces (to sprinkle on top)
red bell pepper
1 (small diced)
yellow bell pepper
1 (small diced)
green bell pepper
1 (small diced)
red onion
1 small (small diced)
zucchini
1 (small diced)
mushrooms
4 ounces (small diced)
sliced pepperoni
2 ounces (small diced)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2
Unroll one can of pizza dough onto a cutting board, keeping the longest side parallel to the counter edge. Carefully cut the dough in half vertically, then use a sharp knife to carve out the numbers '2' and '0'. Transfer these numbers to one prepared baking sheet.
3
Repeat the process with the second can of pizza dough to cut out the numbers '2' and '3', and place them on the second baking sheet.
4
Bake the dough shapes in the preheated oven for about 6 minutes, or until they begin to firm up slightly. Remove from the oven.
5
Spread an even layer of pizza sauce over the top of each number, right to the edges.
6
Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the diced vegetables (red, yellow, and green bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and mushrooms). Finish with the small diced pepperoni on top.
7
Return the trays to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and all the toppings are cooked through and bubbly.
8
Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Arrange the numbers '2023' on a large platter or cutting board and enjoy the festive pizza with friends and family!
Nutrition Information
18g
Fat
42g
Carbs
12g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive New Year's Celebration Pizza?
It is a themed pizza shaped like the numbers '2-0-2-3' and topped with colorful vegetables, cheese, and pepperoni.
How many servings does this pizza recipe yield?
This recipe is designed to provide 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
What size and quantity of pizza dough cans are needed?
You will need 2 cans of pizza dough, each weighing 13 7/8 ounces.
How do I prepare the baking sheets?
You should line two baking sheets with parchment paper before placing the dough shapes.
What are the specific numbers carved for the first dough can?
The first can of dough is used to carve out the numbers '2' and '0'.
What numbers are carved from the second can of dough?
The second can of dough is used to carve out the numbers '2' and '3'.
Should I pre-bake the dough before adding toppings?
Yes, the dough shapes should be baked for about 6 minutes until they begin to firm up before topping.
How much pizza sauce is used in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of pizza sauce spread evenly over the number shapes.
What kind of cheese is recommended for this festive pizza?
The recipe uses 8 ounces of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Which bell peppers are included as toppings?
The pizza features red, yellow, and green bell peppers for a vibrant look.
How should the vegetables be prepared for the pizza?
The bell peppers, red onion, zucchini, and mushrooms should all be small diced.
How much pepperoni is needed?
The recipe requires 2 ounces of sliced pepperoni, which should be small diced.
How long is the final baking time after toppings are added?
The pizza should return to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes.
How do I know when the pizza is finished cooking?
The pizza is done when the crust is golden brown and the toppings are cooked through and bubbly.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 400 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 18 grams of fat in each serving.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
Each serving provides 42 grams of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content of this pizza?
There are 12 grams of protein per serving.
How many total ingredients are used in this recipe?
There are a total of 10 ingredients used in this recipe.
What category of preparation time does this recipe fall into?
This recipe is categorized as taking less than 60 minutes to prepare.
How should the pizza be arranged for serving?
Once cooled slightly, arrange the numbers to spell out '2023' on a large platter or cutting board.
Is the onion used on this pizza red or white?
The recipe specifically calls for 1 small red onion.
How much mushroom is required for the topping?
The recipe uses 4 ounces of small diced mushrooms.
What is the primary theme of this pizza?
The theme is a New Year's Eve celebration centerpiece designed for good fortune.
Does this recipe include zucchini?
Yes, one small diced zucchini is used as a topping.
Can this be served as a party snack?
Yes, it is described as a crowd-pleasing party snack and festive centerpiece.
What orientation should the dough be in before cutting?
The dough should be unrolled with the longest side parallel to the counter edge.
How is the dough divided before carving the numbers?
The dough is carefully cut in half vertically before carving the specific digits.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for family meals and celebrations.