Description
This Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza with Cream Cheese is a fresh, easy-to-make appetizer or light meal featuring a buttery crescent roll crust topped with a creamy herbed spread and a colorful assortment of crisp vegetables. Perfect for gatherings or a healthy snack, this veggie pizza combines a golden baked crust with a tangy cream cheese base and vibrant toppings for a delicious, no-heat-needed finishing touch.
Ingredients
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Crust
- 2 cans refrigerated crescent roll dough
Cream Cheese Spread
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill or Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable Toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (red, yellow, or green)
- 1/2 cup diced cucumbers (seeded)
- 1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons chopped red onion
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup black olives (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1/4 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or Parmesan)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or cilantro)
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. Roll out the crescent roll dough and press the seams together to form a smooth, even layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake the Crust: Bake the crust for 10 to 12 minutes until it turns golden brown. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely to ensure the cream cheese topping won’t melt.
- Make the Cream Cheese Spread: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, dried dill or Italian seasoning, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Blend the Spread: Using a hand mixer or whisk, blend the mixture until it is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Dice, chop, or shred them into small, uniform pieces so that the pizza has vibrant colors and balanced flavors in every bite.
- Assemble the Pizza: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the cooled crescent roll crust, leaving a small border around the edges for a tidy look. Then, arrange the prepared vegetables on top in a single, even layer.
- Add Optional Toppings: If desired, add black olives, capers, shredded cheese, fresh herbs, or red chili flakes to enhance the flavor complexity.
- Chill Before Serving: For the best texture and taste, refrigerate the assembled pizza for 20 to 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld and the spread firm up.
Notes
- Make sure the crust is fully cooled before spreading the cream cheese mixture to prevent melting or sogginess.
- Feel free to customize the vegetable toppings based on what you have available or your preferences.
- This pizza is best served chilled and is ideal for warm weather or as a refreshing appetizer.
- You can prepare this pizza a few hours ahead of time and keep it refrigerated until ready to serve.
- For a dairy-free variation, substitute cream cheese and sour cream with plant-based alternatives.
