Heart Shaped Pizza

What is Heart Shaped Pizza?

A Heart Shaped Pizza is exactly what it sounds like — a pizza shaped into a heart for that extra touch of love and fun. Known as Kalpli Pizza in Turkish or Pizza en forma de corazon in Spanish, this style adds an aesthetic charm that’s perfect for occasions like Valentines Day or pizza date nights. It’s not just about looks; the flavor and crust are as delicious as your regular pizza, making it a heart pizza recipe you’ll want to repeat again and again.

Ingredientes

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 1 cucharada de aceite de oliva
• ½ cup pizza sauce
• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 8-10 slices pepperoni or your favorite toppings
• Fresh basil or oregano for garnish (optional)
• Cornmeal or flour for baking sheet

Equipamiento de cocina necesario

• Recipiente grande para mezclar
• Tazas y cucharas medidoras
• Batir
• Rodillo
• Baking sheet or pizza stone
• Papel de pergamino
• Horno

How to Make Heart Shaped Pizza

Primer paso:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

Segundo paso:

Add flour and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Paso 3:

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Paso 4:

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

Paso 5:

Punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a thick oval.

Paso 6:

To create the heart shape, fold the top corners of the oval inward to form the rounded tops of the heart. Then shape the bottom into a point. Adjust edges for a clean heart form.

Paso 7:

Transfer your heart shaped dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or a floured pizza peel if using a stone.

Paso 8:

Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.

Paso 9:

Arrange pepperoni or your preferred toppings over the cheese.

Paso 10:

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Paso 11:

Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil or oregano if desired, slice, and serve your Love Pizza!

Algunos consejos

• Dust your rolling pin and work surface with flour to prevent sticking while shaping the heart.
• If the dough shrinks back while shaping, let it rest 5 minutes before continuing.
• Use cornmeal on the baking sheet for an extra crispy crust bottom.
• Try heart shaped pasta or other heart shaped food items to match the theme for a fun dinner spread.
• For a full Valentines Day vibe, serve with a side salad and a sweet dessert.

How to Store Leftovers

Store any leftover heart shaped pizza in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in foil. It keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a hot oven or skillet to keep the crust crispy.

What to Eat With

Heart shaped pizza goes great with side dishes like EASY Parmesan Garlic Biscuits or a fresh salad to balance the meal. For a sweet finish, pair it with a dessert like Raspberry Lemon Loaf Cake or Chocolate Covered Oreo Cookies for a perfect pizza date night or Valentines Day pizza experience.

PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES

Conclusión

Bringing a little extra love to your pizza night with this Heart Shaped Pizza is easy and fun. Whether you call it Kalpli Pizza or Pizza en forma de corazon, it’s sure to impress and taste amazing. This heart shaped pizza recipe is a sweet way to celebrate any occasion and share the love at your table.