Hawaiian Pizza

Hawaiian pizza is the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors with salty bacon and juicy pineapple loaded on top of a crispy crust.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough (or homemade dough)
• olive oil (for brushing)
• 2 teaspoons cornmeal (optional)
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (or homemade marinara sauce)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 4 ounces Canadian bacon (about 4 to 5 slices)
• 1/2 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)
• 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon (about 4 slices)
• dried oregano (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Preheat the Oven – Set the oven rack to the lower position and the temperature to 500ºF (260ºC).
2. 2Prepare the Dough – Allow the prepared pizza dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
3. 3Prepare the Pan – Lightly brush a large baking sheet with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal on the pan if desired for a crunchy crust.
4. 4Shape the Dough – On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle, then transfer to the baking sheet. Press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about ½-inch tall and wide. Brush olive oil on the edges to make the crust crispier when baked.
5. 5Add the Toppings – Spread the pizza sauce over the dough, followed by the mozzarella cheese, Canadian bacon, pineapple, and chopped bacon. Sprinkle the oregano on top (if using).
6. 6Bake – On the lowest oven rack, cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 to 12 minutes.
7. 7Serve – Immediately slice with a pizza cutter and serve while still hot.