Try my Strawberry Pizza with Bacon! It’s sweet, savory, and utterly delicious, with a tangy sauce, crisp bacon, and fresh strawberries.
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This recipe makes four servings for about $2.77 per serving. The entire recipe costs around $11.06 to make.
Strawberry Pizza – The Pizza Your Summer Needs!
When I say strawberry pizza, what’s the first thing that comes to your mind? Does it seem a bit strange? That’s okay! I usually think of strawberries in my salad or ice cream, but now I crave them on my pizza! Trust me, after you try this pizza, you’ll be craving it, too.
Today’s recipe for Strawberry Pizza with Bacon is a family favorite! The sauce is a delightful blend of strawberry jam, balsamic reduction, and a dash of sriracha. The way the sauce melds with the strawberries is pure magic—absolutely delicious!
I layer the pizza with crisp bacon, red onion, and a mix of mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheese. Once it’s out of the oven, I sprinkle it with diced strawberries and chopped cilantro. Are you hungry yet?
What I love about this recipe!
- The unique combination of sweet strawberries and savory bacon creates an unforgettable flavor explosion.
- The blend of strawberry jam, balsamic reduction, and sriracha makes a delicious, tangy, slightly spicy sauce. It’s a chef’s kiss; so delicious!
- It’s a visually stunning dish that impresses guests with its vibrant colors and gourmet appeal.
Ingredients and Estimated Cost
Per Serving Cost: $2.77
Recipe Cost: $11.06
- ⅓ cup strawberry jam: $1.50
- 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar: $0.50
- 1 teaspoon sriracha chili sauce: $0.10
- ⅛ teaspoon salt: $0.01
- 1 pizza dough ball, for a 12-inch pizza: $2.50
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese: $1.50
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese: $1.50
- 6 ounces bacon: $2.00
- 2 Tablespoons diced red onion: $0.20
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries: $0.75
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro: $0.50
NOTE: I calculate the recipe prices using name-brand grocery prices on grocery store websites. The recipe prices will vary based on fluctuating grocery costs. Please use what is posted as a guide.
How To Make Strawberry Pizza
Make the Sauce:
- Add the balsamic vinegar to a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the vinegar is reduced by half and syrupy, about 4 minutes.
- Take the saucepan off the heat and add strawberry preserves and sriracha. Mix well and set aside.
Assemble the Pizza:
- Liberally dust a pizza peel with cornmeal. Roll or pat the dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface. Move the dough to the pizza peel and reshape as needed.
- Spread the sauce over the pizza, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the pizza. Then, layer the pizza with the cooked bacon and red onion.
Cook and Serve the Pizza:
- Bake on a baking stone in the preheated 450-degree F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Sprinkle with the strawberries and cilantro.
- Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing into eight pieces and serving.
Recipe Variations
- This recipe would be stellar using other berries like blueberry or peach. Remember to swap out the jam, too!
- You can add chopped, cooked chicken to the top of this pizza.
- If your family doesn’t like spicy food, then leave out the sriracha. You can use honey instead.
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Cook’s Tools:
Storage Tips
Store
Store leftover strawberry pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze
To freeze, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months.
Thaw
Thaw frozen slices in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for about 1 hour.
Reheat
Reheat slices in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until warmed.
More Strawberry Goodness!
- How to Keep Strawberries Longer
- Strawberry Syrup
- Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes
- Strawberry Croissant
- Strawberry Cream Cake
- Strawberry Lasagna
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Strawberry Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
FOR THE SAUCE:
- ⅓ cup strawberry jam or preserves
- 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sriracha chili sauce
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
FOR THE PIZZA:
- 1 ball pizza dough for a 12-inch pizza
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 ounces bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces and cooked until crispy and drained
- 2 Tablespoons diced red onion
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
- Place a pizza stone on the middle rack of the oven. Preheat oven to 450℉ 1 hour before cooking.
FOR THE SAUCE:
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the Balsamic vinegar, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the vinegar is reduced by half and has a syrupy consistency, for about 4 minutes.
- Add strawberry preserves and sriracha. Mix well and set aside.
FOR THE PIZZA:
- Liberally dust a pizza peel with cornmeal. Roll or pat the dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface. Move the dough to the pizza peel and reshape as needed.
- Spread the sauce over the pizza, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle the cheese evenly over the pizza. Then, layer the pizza with the cooked bacon and red onion. Use the pizza peel to carefully jiggle the pizza on the baking stone in the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with the strawberries and cilantro.
- Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing into 8 pieces and serving.
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I never would have thought to put strawberries on pizza, but I definitely want to try this.
This is so unique! Love it!
Having both sweet and savoury on a pizza is the best!
Looks so delicious and perfect to make with kids in summer vacation too!
This is such a unique recipe! love all the flavors together, great recipe!
My kids were skeptical about strawberries on pizza at first, but they loved it!
We are trying to come up with excuses to use our new traditional balsamic vinegar; this seems like a perfect way to use it! Thanks for sharing!
Glad this recipe will come in handy! 🙂
What a tasty combination – I’d never have thought to combine these but it sounds absolutely amazing!
This is such a unique flavor combination and I can’t wait to surprise my family with the pizza !
Ohhh I can’t WAIT to try this! Thank you for this great recipe! So YUMMY! Is good food and this looks like one of the BEST! !
What an innovative idea, completely new taste ideas to me but strawberry and balsamic is a glorious combination!
I enjoy savory meals and this pizza really looks outstanding who knew you could pair strawberries and bacon I bet is a heavenly pairing. Very creative and yummy.
This is such an interesting recipe! I never though strawberries could be used for pizza. And even with bacon!