Description
Garlic butter bacon alfredo pizza twists combine creamy cheese and crispy bacon in a delightful appetizer. Comfort food meets gourmet style with these irresistible spirals you’ll crave at first bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.8 oz / 391 g) refrigerated pizza dough
- ½ cup Alfredo sauce
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley, fresh and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Heat oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal cooking surface.
- Dough Preparation: Roll pizza dough into a thin, even rectangle on a lightly floured surface, creating a smooth foundation for layering ingredients.
- Flavor Layering: Spread Alfredo sauce across half the dough, then strategically sprinkle mozzarella, Parmesan, and crumbled bacon to create a rich, savory base.
- Dough Sealing: Fold the dough in half lengthwise, gently pressing to encapsulate the flavorful ingredients within a compact filling.
- Twist Formation: Slice the folded dough into 1-inch wide strips, then meticulously twist each strip to create intricate spirals that promise a crispy exterior.
- Baking Process: Arrange twisted strips on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining slight separation, and bake for 12-15 minutes until achieving a golden-brown, crisp texture.
- Garlic Butter Finish: While the twists bake, craft a luxurious glaze by blending melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a hint of salt.
- Final Touch: Immediately after removing from the oven, brush the twists with the aromatic garlic butter glaze, elevating their flavor and visual appeal.
- Serving Suggestion: Present the warm twists alongside extra Alfredo sauce, inviting an indulgent dipping experience that complements the rich, savory creation.
Notes
- Manage Dough Consistency: Roll pizza dough thin and evenly to ensure uniform cooking and perfect texture, preventing thick or uneven sections.
- Control Moisture Levels: Use minimal Alfredo sauce to prevent soggy twists, spreading sauce sparingly to maintain crisp structural integrity.
- Optimize Bacon Performance: Pat bacon pieces dry before adding to reduce excess grease and prevent potential sogginess during baking.
- Enhance Twisting Technique: Twist strips gently but firmly, maintaining consistent spiral shape for attractive presentation and even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg