Easy Thin Crust Pizza
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Servings
8 slices
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Calories
139 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
Easy Thin Crust Pizza
Description
Easy Thin Crust Pizza is made using a simple flour tortilla, providing an ultra-thin and crisp crust alternative to traditional pizza dough. The tortilla is brushed with olive oil on both sides and baked briefly to puff slightly and dry out, which helps achieve a crispy texture.
After the initial bake, the tortilla is flipped and flattened, then topped first with cheese followed by pizza sauce and any desired toppings. A short final bake melts the cheese and browns the edges slightly, producing a crisp yet tender crust with a balance of tomato and cheesy flavors. Fresh herbs can be added if desired.
This method is adaptable to any preferred toppings and cheeses. Smaller tortillas require less baking time. This recipe suits quick meals or snacks without needing dough preparation.
Tips include using parchment paper for easy cleanup and avoiding foil to maintain crispness. Nutritional info depends on toppings; the example uses mozzarella, pizza sauce, and pepperoni.
Ingredients
- 1 inch flour tortilla
- 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 ounces cheese
- ¼ cup pizza sauce
- toppings
- fresh herbs if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375˚with one rack set at the lowest level. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper, if desired for easy cleanup. To ensure a nice crisp crust, do not use foil.
- Place the flour tortilla on the sheet pan and drizzle with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil. Brush to oil over the entire surface of the tortilla including the edges. If the surface is not coated, drizzle a few more drops of oil and brush again.
- Flip the tortilla over and repeat the oil and brushing.
- Place the sheet pan into the oven and heat for 2½-3 minutes or until the tortilla starts to puff a little bit. Remove pan, flip the tortilla to the opposite side and flatten out any puffiness with a metal spatula.
- Return pan to the oven for another 2½ minutes. Remove from oven and flip the tortilla over to the opposite side.
- Top pizza, starting with the cheese. Dollop the sauce evenly over the cheese, then add pepperoni (or other toppings).
- Bake for 3-5 more minutes or until edges of the pizza are golden and cheese is beginning to bubble.
- Remove from ovenand top with fresh herbs, if desired.
- Cut pizza into slices and serve.
Notes
- Brush olive oil on both sides of the tortilla to ensure a crisp, golden crust.
- Use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent sticking and aid cleanup.
- Adjust baking time for smaller tortillas, as they will cook faster.
- This technique allows use of any cheese, sauce, and toppings based on preference.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 21mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 349mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 175IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 122mg | 12% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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