Description
Enjoy a delightful blend of gooey cheese and peppermint in these easy-to-make Candy Cane Pizza Twists, perfect for any holiday gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup crushed peppermints (candy canes)
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape, about ¼-inch thick.
- Spread an even layer of softened cream cheese over the entire dough surface.
- Evenly sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the cream cheese layer, followed by crushed peppermints.
- Slice the dough into strips about one inch wide. Twist each strip twice and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water. Brush this mixture over each twisted piece.
- Bake until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes. Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 twist (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Customize your twists by substituting mozzarella with cheddar or adding toppings like chocolate chips for sweet variations. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days; reheat in the oven at 350°F for crispness.