Description
This quick and easy Matzo Pizza recipe transforms a simple matzo square into a delicious personal pizza topped with marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, and fresh basil. Perfect for a fast snack or light meal, this dish combines convenience with classic pizza flavors and a crisp, crunchy base.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 matzo square
- 3 tablespoons jarred pizza or marinara sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (or other cheese of choice; vegan cheese can be used)
- 1-2 fresh basil leaves, julienned (or substitute with a pinch of dried basil or oregano)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil to make cleanup easier.
- Prepare Matzo Base: Place the matzo square on the prepared baking sheet, then spread the marinara sauce evenly over the matzo, leaving about a 1/8-inch border around the edges to prevent sauce from spilling over.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce-covered matzo square.
- Bake Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and just begins to bubble and brown slightly.
- Finish with Basil: Remove the pizza from the oven and top with the julienned fresh basil leaves. Let it cool for a couple of minutes before serving to avoid burning from the hot cheese.
Notes
- Use vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
- Substitute fresh basil with dried basil or oregano if fresh herbs are not available.
- Be careful not to overload the matzo with sauce to prevent sogginess.
- Matzo pizza is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Jewish
