Croissant Crusted Pepperoni Pizza
This twist on pizza is pure magic—flaky, buttery croissant dough meets crispy, cheesy pepperoni in a dish that’s both indulgent and irresistibly fun. Born from a fridge-cleanout dinner that turned into a family favorite, this croissant-crust pizza is perfect for game night, lazy Sundays, or whenever you want to impress without the fuss.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
1 can refrigerated croissant dough (crescent rolls)
½ cup pizza sauce
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
20–25 slices pepperoni
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Olive oil for brushing
Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh basil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Unroll croissant dough and press into a greased 9×13” baking dish or sheet pan, sealing the seams.
Lightly brush with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
Bake the crust for 8 minutes until just beginning to puff.
Remove from oven, spread sauce evenly, top with mozzarella and pepperoni.
Return to oven and bake another 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly, crust golden.
Let cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with red pepper flakes or basil if desired.
Notes
Crispy, cheesy, and delightfully rich
It’s the comfort of pizza with the decadence of croissant—your new favorite cheat-day meal.
Nutrition
- Calories: 360
Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/croissant-crusted-pepperoni-pizza/