Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
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Posted: 09/01/24
Updated: 09/03/24
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food mashup with this delicious macaroni and cheese pizza recipe. Perfect for a cozy night in or a fun dinner party dish, this recipe is sure to become a crowd favorite.
Pizza and pasta are two delicious meals, but what if you combined them? I mean, spaghetti tacos are a thing and they turned out great! So when we decided to make macaroni and cheese pizza, I knew it’d turn out amazing too. And WOW did it! This extra extra cheesy pizza is kid-friendly and oh so tasty — a new recipe that you can but on rotation for Friday pizza night.
We love to make homemade pizza around here. Taco pizza is one our favorite food group fusions, and now mac and cheese pizza is at the top of the list too. And don’t forget about fruit pizza and veggie pizza! There are just so many combinations that are easy to make and turn out tasty. Give this macaroni and cheese pizza a try, you won’t regret it!
Why You’ll Love Mac and Cheese Pizza
- This is a fantastic way to use up leftover mac and cheese. Repurpose it as a pizza topping instead of letting it go to waste!
- Make homemade mac and cheese pizza in just 45 minutes. That’s honestly about the same amount of time it takes to order pizza and wait for delivery.
- The flavor combo is like the best of classic comfort combined into one dish. So yummy!
Ingredients for Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
- Refrigerated pizza dough – You can either grab some store-bought pizza dough or make your own homemade pizza dough.
- Olive oil – Brush the pizza dough with olive oil before adding the toppings.
- Italian seasoning – You can use Italian seasoning or pizza seasoning to sprinkle over the pizza dough and add a nice herby flavor.
- Garlic powder – Make a garlic butter crust with a little splash of garlic powder. Add extra garlic flavor with some fresh minced garlic!
- Shredded parmesan cheese – Don’t use the bottled shakeable parmesan, grate your own fresh cheese instead.
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese – Using cheddar cheese will help to tie in the macaroni and cheese topping.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese – For the most gooey and melty results, grate your own mozzarella cheese.
- Macaroni and cheese – Make some boxed mac and cheese or a homemade stovetop mac and cheese.
- Bacon – I love to make bacon in the oven and then crumble it up to use as a topping on this pizza mac.
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How to Make Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
Heat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. While you wait for it to preheat, roll the dough out and place it on a pizza pan.
Whisk together the olive oil, Italian seasoning , and garlic powder in a small bowl. Then brush an even layer across the pizza dough.
Bake the pizza crust for 6-7 minutes in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit, or until it just starts to get spots of golden brown and the olive oil is mostly absorbed.
In a medium bowl mix all the cheeses together.
Then in another medium mixing bowl add the prepared macaroni and cheese and half of the shredded cheese mixture and stir until combined. Spread the macaroni and cheese mixture in an even layer across the pizza crust.
Top with remaining cheese and then sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top of the cheese.
Bake the macaroni and cheese pizza for another 10-15 minutes in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit or until the edges of the crust start to turn dark golden brown and mac and cheese is warmed through.
How to Store Leftover Mac and Cheese Pizza
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or a plastic zip top bag. If you have to stack slices, then make sure to put parchment paper between the layers so that they don’t stick together.
FRIDGE: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
FREEZER: Wrap each slice in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and then place into a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
What other toppings can I use on macaroni and cheese pizza?
There are so many delicious toppings that you can add on this pizza! Change it up however you want. Here’s a few great ideas:
- pepperoni
- diced ham
- pizza sauce
- cheese sauce
- diced onion
- sliced jalapeños
- grilled chicken
- buffalo sauce
- marinara sauce
What to Serve with Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
Serve this macaroni and cheese recipe all on its own or with some tasty sides! It’d be great with chicken caesar pasta salad or some roasted vegetables.
Make some crispy air fryer zucchini fries for a fun kid-friendly side dish. You can also make flavorful garlic bread or some copycat Olive Garden breadsticks.
Pro Tips for the Best Mac and Cheese Pizza
- Feel free to melt some butter and use that in place of olive oil if you want a garlic butter crust!
- Don’t have a pizza pan? You can use a pizza stone or make a rectangle pizza on a baking sheet.
- Make some homemade mac and cheese and homemade pizza crust for the best flavor. But you can also use store-bought of both and it will still be so yummy!
There are no rules when it comes to fun food! So load up that pizza crust with your favorite macaroni and cheese and enjoy.
More Pizza Recipes You’ll Love!
- Make some Pizza Pinwheels whenever you need a super easy recipe that the kiddos will enjoy.
- Looking for a quick lunch idea? This Pizza Toast is oh so yummy and simple to make.
- Air Fryer Pizza Rolls are truly the best way to make this tasty freezer treat.
- If you need to serve a crowd at breakfast time then make this Breakfast Pizza!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @julieseatsandtreats or #julieseatsandtreats so I can see your yummy treat!
Macaroni and Cheese Pizza
Craving mac and cheese and pizza at the same time? Combine the best of both worlds with this easy-to-follow recipe for homemade mac and cheese pizza.
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Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pizza dough or homemade
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups macaroni and cheese boxed or homemade
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 5 strips bacon cooked and crumbled
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Roll dough out and place on a pizza pan.
- Combine olive oil, Italian seasoning , and garlic powder. Brush an even layer across the crust.
- Bake the crust for 6-7 minutes in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit or until it just starts to get spots of golden brown and the olive oil is mostly absorbed.
- In a medium bowl mix all the cheeses together.
- In another medium mixing bowl add the prepared macaroni and cheese and half of the shredded cheese mixture and mix until combined. Spread the macaroni and cheese mixture in an even layer across the pizza crust.
- Top with remaining cheese and then sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top of the cheese.
- Bake for another 10-15 minutes in preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit or until the edges of the crust start to turn dark golden brown and mac and cheese is warmed through.
Tips
Transfer leftovers to an airtight container or a plastic zip top bag. If you have to stack slices, then make sure to put parchment paper between the layers so that they don’t stick together.
FRIDGE: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
FREEZER: Wrap each slice in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and then place into a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw before reheating.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 1062kcal (53%), Carbohydrates: 107g (36%), Protein: 43g (86%), Fat: 52g (80%), Saturated Fat: 16g (100%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 14g, Trans Fat: 0.04g, Cholesterol: 76mg (25%), Sodium: 2501mg (109%), Potassium: 376mg (11%), Fiber: 2g (8%), Sugar: 6g (7%), Vitamin A: 566IU (11%), Vitamin C: 0.02mg, Calcium: 644mg (64%), Iron: 6mg (33%)
Elaine says
So yummy! Was a huge hit at a church pot luck!