Description
These Pizza Pot Pies are a fun and delicious twist on traditional pizza. Individually baked in ramekins, they feature a crispy cheese-lined crust filled with seasoned Italian sausage, mushrooms, pepperoni, and pizza sauce, then topped with a perfectly golden dough lid. Ideal for a cozy meal, these pot pies combine all your favorite pizza flavors in a portable, personal-sized pie.
Ingredients
Dough and Cheese
- 2 store-bought pizza crusts (such as Pillsbury or fresh-made)
- 1 lb. sliced mozzarella cheese
- Fresh mozzarella slices (optional)
Filling
- 3 tablespoons oil or butter (for greasing)
- 1 1/2 cups pizza sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage, browned
- 1 cup mushrooms, thinly sliced
- 10 slices pepperoni, chopped
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
- Fresh spinach (amount as desired)
- Additional pizza toppings as desired (e.g., Canadian bacon)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Ramekins. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Generously grease four large (5-inch) ramekins or cake pans with oil or butter, making sure to coat the rims and at least 1 inch down the outside to prevent sticking.
- Roll Out Dough. Divide the pizza dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a 6-inch diameter circle and set them aside for later.
- Layer Cheese and Filling. Line the entire interior of each ramekin with slices of mozzarella cheese, ensuring full coverage. Then add the browned Italian sausage, sliced mushrooms, pepperoni, fresh spinach, and any other preferred toppings like Canadian bacon.
- Mix Sauce and Add. In a small bowl, combine the pizza sauce, minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning. Pour this mixture evenly over the fillings in each ramekin.
- Seal with Dough. Cover each filled ramekin with a rolled dough circle, stretching the dough to fit over the top completely. Press the edges down onto the outer rims to seal the pot pies.
- Bake. Place all ramekins on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the dough crusts are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve. Once done, remove the ramekins from the oven and immediately invert each onto a plate to release the pot pies. Remove the ramekins carefully, garnish each pot pie with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of Italian seasoning and fresh basil leaves, then serve hot.
Notes
- Ensure ramekins are well greased to prevent sticking of melted cheese and filling.
- You can customize the toppings based on your preference; consider adding olives, bell peppers, or onions.
- Use fresh mozzarella slices inside for an extra gooey texture, if desired.
- Let the pot pies cool slightly before flipping to avoid burns.
- These pot pies are perfect for individual servings and can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American