Description
A decadent and fun twist on traditional pizza combining the sweetness of fresh strawberries and Nutella with a rich stuffed chocolate crust. This Strawberry Chocolate Pizza features a premade pizza dough stuffed with chocolate chips, topped with luscious Nutella, more chocolate, and sweet macerated strawberries, making it a perfect dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
Base and Crust
- 1 storebought pizza dough
- 140 g chocolate chips (or dark chocolate), divided
Toppings
- ¼ batch Nutella (approximately 60-70 g)
- 250 g fresh strawberries (washed and dried)
- 50 g granulated sugar
- Additional chocolate chips for sprinkling (about 40 g)
- Fresh mint sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Macerate the strawberries: Slice the strawberries into halves or quarters and place them in a mixing bowl. Add the granulated sugar and stir gently until all berries are coated. Let the mixture sit for at least 20 minutes to macerate, allowing the strawberries to release their natural juices and become syrupy.
- Prepare the dough: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on your storebought pizza dough packaging. Place the premade pizza dough on a pizza tray or baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Allow a slight overhang as it will be folded to create the stuffed crust.
- Stuff the crust: Evenly distribute 100 g of chocolate chips around the edge of the pizza, roughly 1 to 2 inches from the border to leave enough dough for sealing. Fold over the dough edge to enclose the chocolate chips, pressing down along the fold with your fingers to seal the crust well. Use a fork to poke the dough all over to prevent puffing during baking. Place in the preheated oven and bake according to the dough packet instructions until golden and cooked through.
- Add the toppings: Remove the baked crust from the oven and immediately spread the Nutella evenly over the hot dough so it melts and becomes spreadable. Sprinkle an additional 40 g of chocolate chips on top to add texture and extra chocolate bursts. Finally, spoon the syrupy macerated strawberries over the pizza and garnish with fresh mint sprigs if desired.
- Storage: Serve the pizza fresh for the best flavor and texture. Leftover slices can be stored in an airtight container or wrapped with foil on a plate for up to one day. Reheat gently before serving if preferred.
Notes
- Using a storebought pizza dough saves preparation time and ensures a consistent crust.
- Macerating strawberries brings out deeper sweetness and softens the fruit.
- Pressing and sealing the crust properly is essential to avoid chocolate leakage during baking.
- Serve immediately after topping with Nutella and strawberries for best taste and texture.
- Optional garnish with fresh mint adds a fresh flavor contrast and visual appeal.
- If you prefer a dairy-free or vegan version, substitute Nutella with a vegan chocolate spread and ensure the pizza dough is vegan-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
