Fall Foliage Maple Leaf (Printable Version)

Miniature maple leaf-shaped dough with colorful autumn toppings and a touch of sweet maple syrup.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
02 - All-purpose flour, for dusting

→ Sauce

03 - 1/3 cup tomato sauce
04 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
05 - 1 clove garlic, minced
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

08 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - 1/2 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
11 - 1/2 small yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 small orange bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - 1/4 cup baby spinach, chopped
15 - 2 tablespoons corn kernels (optional)
16 - Olive oil, for brushing

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - On a floured surface, roll the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out 8 maple leaf shapes using a cookie cutter and place them on the baking sheet.
03 - Combine tomato sauce, maple syrup, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Spread a thin layer of the sauce onto each dough leaf.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar over the sauce evenly.
06 - Top with bell pepper slices, red onion, chopped spinach, and corn to resemble autumn foliage.
07 - Lightly brush the dough edges with olive oil.
08 - Bake for 13 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden.
09 - Allow to cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Festive autumn-themed appetizer
  • Vegetarian and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Swap in smoked gouda or goat cheese for a more complex flavor
  • Add sliced mushrooms or roasted butternut squash for extra autumn flair
03 -
  • Use fresh vegetables to enhance flavor and color
  • Chill dough slightly before cutting for cleaner shapes
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