Smoky Barbecue Bacon Pizza
A smoky, cheesy twist on traditional pizza, this Barbecue Bacon Pizza combines crispy bacon, tangy BBQ sauce, and melty cheese on a golden crust. It’s quick, flavorful, and family-approved.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup barbecue sauce preferably smoky or hickory-style
- 8 ounces bacon cooked and chopped
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it for 30 minutes.
- Roll dough to ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface. Transfer to parchment paper.
- Bake dough (on parchment) for 5–7 minutes until slightly puffed and lightly golden.
- Spread barbecue sauce, then add bacon, mozzarella, cheddar, and red onions.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden.
- Rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with herbs, slice, and serve hot.