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Close-up of a freshly baked Apple Dessert Pizza with a golden-brown crust, topped with spiced apple filling and a buttery crumble.

Apple Dessert Pizza – A Warm and Gooey Delight


  • Author: Olivia Bennett
  • Total Time: 1 hr 40 mins
  • Yield: 8 slices
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Warm, gooey apple dessert pizza with spiced apple filling and buttery crust, perfect for cozy gatherings.


Ingredients

  • Water: 1 cup (237 g) warm (105°–110°F)
  • Granulated sugar: 2 tablespoons
  • Active dry yeast: 1 teaspoon
  • Vegetable oil: ⅓ cup (75 g)
  • Salt (Kosher): 1 teaspoon, divided
  • All-purpose flour: 2 ½ cups (312.5 g)
  • Unsalted butter: 3 tablespoons
  • Granulated sugar: 3 tablespoons
  • Cinnamon: ¼ teaspoon
  • Apple pie filling: 1 can (21 ounces) or about 1 ½ cups homemade
  • All-purpose flour: 1 cup (125 g)
  • Granulated sugar: ⅔ cup (133 g)
  • Light brown sugar: 6 tablespoons
  • Salt (Kosher): ½ teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter: ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g), melted and slightly cooled
  • Confectioners’ sugar: 1 cup (125 g)
  • Whole milk: 1–2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Whisk vegetable oil with half a teaspoon of salt. Add to yeast mixture and stir in flour and remaining salt.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about an hour or until doubled.
  4. Preheat oven to 450°F and line a 12-inch pizza pan with parchment paper. Pour remaining oil mixture onto the pan and stretch dough to edges.
  5. Bake crust for 10 minutes. Melt butter with sugar and cinnamon for topping.
  6. Create crumble by mixing flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and melted butter.
  7. Brush crust with cinnamon butter, spread apple pie filling, and sprinkle with crumble. Bake for 13–15 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool, then drizzle with glaze made from confectioners’ sugar and milk.

Notes

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Experiment with different apple varieties.
  • Ensure the dough rises properly for a fluffy crust.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 28 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 44 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: Apple Dessert Pizza, gooey apple dessert, easy apple dessert, apple pizza dessert