Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza
A crispy, cheesy pizza inspired by local favorites with a tangy tomato sauce and melted mozzarella. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 34 minutes pairs Pizza dough, Tomato sauce, shredded Mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pizza dough
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 1 1/2 cups, shredded Mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2, minced Garlic cloves
- 1/2 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface, stretching into a 1/4-inch thickness.
- Step 2: Brush dough with olive oil, then spread tomato sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Step 3: Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then top with minced garlic and Parmesan. Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Step 4: Let rest 5 minutes before slicing to maintain crispiness.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza take to make?
Total time is about 34 minutes (20 min prep + 14 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Hazel Park-Style Detroit Pizza?
American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My partner, who's usually picky, absolutely loved this.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
