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    Jun 10, 2021 · Modified: Jun 10, 2021 by Lily · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Crispy Pita Bread Pizza

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    These crispy pita bread pizzas are customizable, delicious, and made within 15 minutes. If you are a thin crust pizza lover, you will love this crispy pita bread pizza.

    Before pita pizzas became a "thing", my mother was trying to find a quick and easy dinner recipe that we all loved. She always had Lebanese pita bread on hand, so it was a quick and convenient meal to whip up on a weeknight. Not to mention, pizza is my favorite food!

    salami pita bread pita cut on a cutting board

    What I Love About Pita Pizzas

    Pita pizzas are quick, customizable, delicious, and easy. They are kid-friendly and an excellent way to get some help in the kitchen from your little ones. These pizzas can feed a family or single portion quite conveniently.

    Another thing about these pita pizzas that sets them apart from all of the other pita pizzas on the internet, they are crispy thin crust pizza. The pita will not overbalance the rest of the flavor like you might find if using a doughy pita.

    cheese pita pizza on a cutting board

    Ingredient Notes

    ingredients shot for making pita pizzas
    • Lebanese pita bread: The key to getting a crispy pizza is to use Lebanese pita bread. That's the secret ingredient for a thin and crispy crust.
    • Mozzarella cheese: I prefer buying the block of mozzarella and grating it at home, however, pre-shredded cheese is suitable as well.
    • Pasta Sauce: Use any kind of jarred pasta tomato sauce. Do not use the canned plain tomato sauce.

    How To Make A Pita Bread Pizza

    Heat up the oven to 425 ℉ (218 ℃). Shred the block of mozzarella cheese with a grater. Defrost the Lebanese pita bread (if frozen). Place the Lebanese pita bread on a baking sheet.

    • Shredding a block of mozzarella cheese
    • a Lebanese pita bread on a baking sheet

    Slather the tomato sauce all over the pita bread including the up to the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese (as much as desired). Top with whatever extra toppings. Bake for 7 to 10 minutes in the oven.

    • spreading tomato sauce all over the Lebanese pita bread
    • the pita pizza out of the oven

    Chop some fresh herbs and sprinkle on the pizza. Cut the pizza into slices and enjoy!

    pita bread pizzas on a chopping block

    Tips and Variations

    • Add a variety of toppings. Some topping ideas are sliced red onions, roasted garlic, sliced bell peppers, sliced mushrooms, pepperoni, pineapple, sliced jalapenos, olives, dried herbs, fresh herbs, or shredded parmesan cheese.
    • Spread the sauce over the entire surface. The edges of the pita bread can burn more easily if they are not covered with sauce and cheese. So, go up to the edge of the bread of the pizza.
    • Keep an eye on the pizza. Oven temperatures can vary greatly, so keep an eye on the first pizza to make sure it doesn't burn or not cook thoroughly.
    • Find the right combination. My mother made her pizza with double the tomato sauce and double the cheese when making these pizzas today. There's no wrong combination, just find what works best for you!
    • If not making the pizzas right away, store the pita bread in the freezer.
    close up view to show the crispy crust of the pita pizza

    FAQs

    What temp do you cook pita pizza?

    For thin crust pita pizzas, cook at 425 ℉ (218 ℃) for 7 to 10 minutes.

    Is pita bread and pizza bread the same?

    No, pita bread has an air pocket wheres pizza bread is solid flat bread without an air pocket.

    Can pita pizzas be made vegan?

    Yes! Omit the shredded mozzarella cheese and layer up the vegetables like mushrooms, black olives, sliced red onion, sliced bell peppers, and roasted garlic.

    How long does it take to make pita pizzas?

    If making a single portion, it takes 15 minutes. If making for a group, try to bake 2 pizzas on the top rack and 2 pizzas on the middle rack to speed things up.

    Recipes That Use Lebanese Pita Bread

    • Labneh Pita Sandwich With Za'atar
    • The Best Pita Chips (Baked & Fried Pita Bread)
    • Killer Lebanese Fattoush Salad
    • Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

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    Crispy Pita Bread Pizza


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    • Author: Lily
    • Total Time: 15 minutes
    • Yield: 6 1x
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    Bust out a delicious and customizable weeknight pita pizza within minutes with this super simple crispy pita bread pizza recipe.


    Ingredients

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    Pizza 

    • 6 Lebanese pita bread 
    • 26 oz. jar of pasta sauce
    • 20 oz. block of mozzarella cheese
    • fresh herbs

    Pizza Toppings

    • salami
    • pepperoni
    • pitted black olives
    • red onion
    • pineapple
    • bell pepper
    • mushroom
    • jalapenos
    • shredded parmesan cheese

    Instructions

    1. Heat the oven to 425 ℉ (218 ℃). Grate the mozzarella cheese block if not already shredded. Prepare the pizza topping ingredients.
    2. Place the pita bread on a pizza pan or cookie sheet.
    3. Completely cover the pita bread in pasta sauce.
    4. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese.
    5. Add desired pizza toppings.
    6. Put the pizza in the middle or top part of the oven for 7 to 10 minutes or until the pizza is finished.

    Notes

    1. Oven temperatures vary, so keep an eye on the first pita pizza carefully. Lebanese pita bread is thin and can burn easily.
    2. Don't add too many wet pizza toppings (like tomatoes and pineapple) if desiring a crispy pizza crust.
    3. The nutrition facts are for a plain cheese pita pizza 12" in diameter with 3 oz. of shredded mozzarella cheese.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Main Dish
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: International

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 pizza (12" diameter)
    • Calories: 527 calories
    • Sugar: 7 g
    • Sodium: 1288 mg
    • Fat: 25 g
    • Saturated Fat: 14 g
    • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
    • Trans Fat: 0 g
    • Carbohydrates: 45 g
    • Fiber: 7 g
    • Protein: 35 g
    • Cholesterol: 60 mg

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    About Lily

    Howdy! My name Lilian, but my friends call me Lily. I'm the founder and one of the recipe authors here at The Matbakh. I enjoy sunsets, long walks on the beach, meaningful relationships, and anything related to food. I'm so happy you are here!

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    1. Jill says

      February 25, 2022 at 3:49 pm

      hey nice worrrrkk

      ★★★★★

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    2. Cynthia says

      June 12, 2021 at 9:32 pm

      These pizzas are so quick. They really take no time at all. Plus each family member gets to make it how they want.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Lily says

        June 13, 2021 at 8:43 am

        I completely agree with that statement! Thanks for the comment!

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