Imagine taking the classic BLT sandwich and transforming it into a mouthwatering pizza that will make your taste buds dance with joy! This isn't just another pizza recipe - it's a culinary adventure that combines the crispy, salty perfection of bacon, the freshness of lettuce and tomatoes, and the creamy, garlicky magic of homemade aioli, all nestled on a perfectly golden crust. Get ready to revolutionize your pizza night with a dish that's guaranteed to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 4 oz American cheese, shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup lettuce, shredded
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 cup garlic scape aioli
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating to ensure it's thoroughly heated.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-14 inch circular shape, ensuring an even thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza pan or parchment-lined baking sheet. Gently dock the dough with a fork to prevent large air bubbles from forming during baking.
- Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and golden brown. Drain on paper towels and crumble into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread a thin, even layer of garlic scape aioli across the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded American cheese evenly over the aioli, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute the crumbled bacon pieces across the cheese layer.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Top the pizza with fresh sliced tomatoes and shredded lettuce.
- Drizzle additional garlic scape aioli over the top if desired.
- Slice the pizza into 8 equal pieces and serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Tips
- For the crispiest crust, preheat your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before adding the dough.
- Use room temperature dough for easier rolling and a more even crust.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings - this can make the crust soggy.
- Let the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and make slicing easier.
- For extra flavor, try using thick-cut artisan bacon or bacon from a local butcher.
- If you can't find garlic scapes, you can substitute with regular garlic aioli or roasted garlic mayo.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and temperature - crispy crust, melted cheese, and fresh toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
