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Lemon Mint Mascarpone Pizza

Lemon Mint Mascarpone Pizza

A delightful dessert pizza featuring a crispy crust topped with creamy mascarpone cheese, fresh lemon, and mint, perfect for warm weather gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 245
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch sea salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F.
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
  3. Transfer the dough to parchment paper and brush the edges lightly with olive oil.
  4. Bake the naked crust for about 8-10 minutes until it starts turning golden.
  5. Let the crust cool for at least 10 minutes.
  6. In a medium bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Whip until smooth.
  7. Chop half of the fresh mint leaves and fold them into the mascarpone mixture.
  8. Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly across the cooled crust, leaving a half-inch border.
  9. Drizzle honey over the mascarpone in a decorative pattern.
  10. Tear remaining mint leaves and scatter them on top, sprinkle with sea salt, and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Prepare components ahead of time for easier assembly.