Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella

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A unique pizza featuring a naturally sweet sweet potato crust topped with smoky bacon and creamy mozzarella cheese. This fusion-inspired pizza (gluten free option) ready in about 47 minutes pairs sweet potato, peeled and grated, all-purpose flour, large egg for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 27 min Serves 2 Fusion cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 300g peeled and grated sweet potato, 50g all-purpose flour, 1 large beaten egg, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix well until the mixture holds together.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the sweet potato mixture onto the parchment paper and press into a 9-inch round pizza crust about 1/4 inch thick.
  4. Step 4: Bake the crust for 15 minutes until the edges start to crisp and the surface firms up.
  5. Step 5: While the crust bakes, cook 4 chopped bacon strips in a skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Step 6: Remove crust from oven, spread 1/3 cup tomato sauce evenly over it, then sprinkle with 100g shredded mozzarella cheese.
  7. Step 7: Scatter cooked bacon over the cheese, then season with a pinch of black pepper and 1/2 tsp dried oregano.
  8. Step 8: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Step 9: Let cool for 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella take to make?

Total time is about 47 minutes (20 min prep + 27 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 Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella?

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 all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella?

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 Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella 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.

Is Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Crust Pizza with Bacon and Mozzarella gluten free option?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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