Description
Candy Cane Pizza Twists are a festive, cheesy delight infused with peppermint and topped with crushed candy canes. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these treats will impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick.
- Evenly spread the shredded mozzarella over the dough.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil with peppermint extract. Brush this mixture over the cheese-covered dough.
- Cut the dough into strips about an inch wide.
- Twist each strip gently and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle crushed candy canes over each twisted piece.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding seasonal herbs or spices to your filling. - Try drizzling with melted chocolate for a fun variation!