I know exactly what you’re thinking: a roundup of Pillsbury pizza crust recipes? Isn’t that can made for one thing only? Oh, but there are so many fun, unexpected ways to use that dough, and I’ve gathered 10 favorites that go way beyond your average slice.
1. Twisted Pretzel Bites
These twisted pretzel bites are my insanely easy ticket to homemade soft pretzels, with only four ingredients. I shape the dough, drop each piece into boiling water with baking soda, then let it cool a second before brushing on egg wash and a sprinkle of kosher salt. Simple and soft, and impossible to stop eating.
2. Breakfast Pizza
I used to wake up to the incredible smell of my mom’s breakfast pizza filling the house, and it was the coziest way to start the day. Now, as an adult, it doesn’t give me quite the same rush, but I still make it for lazy Saturday mornings and brunch. It’s a simple recipe, ready in under an hour, and wonderfully cheesy with sausage, veggies, eggs, and so much more.
3. S’mores Pizza Roll-Up
When my sweet tooth takes over, I turn to Pillsbury pizza crust for dessert magic. This s’mores pizza roll-up is one of my favorite treats. It looks like a pumpkin roll and has a similar soft texture, but slice inside and you’ll find an ooey gooey center that’s pure s’mores heaven.
4. Biscuit Beignets
Oh yes, beignets just like the ones in New Orleans, and believe me, they’re insanely easy. All I need is Pillsbury pizza crust and vegetable oil for frying, then a generous dusting of powdered sugar.
Are they a little greasy and not the healthiest? Sure. But they are ridiculously good.
5. Apple French Toast Breakfast Pizza
This apple French toast breakfast pizza is my ideal pick when I want something sweet for brunch or even dessert. It’s incredibly easy: only seven ingredients and minimal effort.
Every single bite overflows with scrumptious apple and cinnamon flavor. To die for doesn’t even begin to cover it.
6. Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Sticks
Whether pizza lunch cravings strike or I need a simple appetizer, these pepperoni pizza sticks deliver. A whole batch uses just six ingredients: crust, pepperoni, mozzarella sticks, butter, garlic powder, and parsley.
It takes only 20 minutes total. Serve them with marinara for dipping and I promise they’ll be a hit.
7. Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza
I mean, why settle for just one comfort food when you can pile bacon and cheeseburger goodness onto a pizza crust? It’s definitely not the most health-conscious pick of the bunch, but it might just be the most irresistible. The dough comes ready to go, so all I do is roll it out and load it up.
8. Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Rolls
Okay, I won’t give away my age, but let’s just say I’m probably not the target demo for pizza rolls anymore. Still, I absolutely love them.
Who could resist? They’ve got all that bold garlicky, cheesy pizza flavor without the mess, and because they’re so tiny, you can easily lose track of how many you’ve popped and feel zero guilt.
9. Mini-Cheese Pizzas
When I’m craving something simpler, these mini cheese pizzas are the answer. Just four ingredients stand between you and a batch of saucy, cheesy little pies: pizza crust and mozzarella, plus sauce and Parmesan. They come together in under an hour, and if I want to toss on pepperoni, ham, or peppers, it barely adds any extra work.
10. Spinach & Cheese Pull-Apart Christmas Tree Bread
For something festive that’s still fast and easy, I reach for this spinach and cheese pull-apart bread. I shape the dough into a Christmas tree and stuff the inside with warm, cheesy spinach goodness. It’s like spinach-artichoke dip without the artichokes, and just so much fun to pull apart.