Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
Macaroni and Cheese Pizza is the ultimate comfort food mashup, combining creamy macaroni and cheese with a crispy pizza crust. This delightful dish captures the essence of childhood favorites while offering a satisfying twist for adults. Perfect for game nights or cozy evenings at home, it’s easy to make and endlessly customizable, ensuring smiles all around with every cheesy slice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup elbow macaroni
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil salted water and cook macaroni until al dente; drain.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, stir in flour, then gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted.
- Mix cooked macaroni into the cheese sauce until well-coated.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface; transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread pizza sauce evenly on the dough, top with macaroni and cheese mixture, and sprinkle extra cheddar on top.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating cooked bacon or sautéed vegetables like spinach or bell peppers as toppings. Experiment with different cheeses such as mozzarella or gouda for extra creaminess.