Description
This classic Hawaiian Pizza recipe combines a crispy homemade or store-bought pizza dough base with savory ham and bacon, sweet pineapple chunks, and melty mozzarella cheese. Optional shiitake mushrooms add an earthy depth, while fresh basil and black pepper finish it off perfectly. Ready in just 20 minutes, this crowd-pleasing pizza is perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- â…“ portion pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
Pizza Sauce and Cheese
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Toppings
- ½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
- ½ cup cooked ham, cubed
- ½ cup fresh pineapple, cubed
- ½ cup sliced shiitake mushrooms (optional)
Finishing Touches
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- Ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it’s heating to ensure an evenly crisp crust.
- Assemble Pizza: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough onto the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet. Spread the pizza sauce evenly across the surface, ensuring full coverage but leaving a small border for the crust.
- Add Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the chopped cooked bacon, cubed cooked ham, fresh pineapple chunks, and optional sliced shiitake mushrooms on top of the cheese.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.
- Garnish and Serve: Carefully remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle fresh chopped basil over the top, and season with ground black pepper to taste. Slice the pizza and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, use a preheated pizza stone.
- You can substitute bacon and ham with turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Optional shiitake mushrooms add a rich umami flavor but can be omitted if preferred.
- Use fresh mozzarella for a creamier texture if desired.
- Adjust baking time slightly depending on your oven and thickness of the crust.
