Can I make cold veggie pizza ahead of time?

Yes, you can! Prep the crust and creamy spread the day before. Store the toppings and spread separately, then assemble your cold veggie pizza just before serving so everything stays fresh and crisp.

How do I keep cold veggie pizza from getting soggy?

Let your crust cool completely before spreading on the creamy layer, and pat your veggies dry after washing. If you’re making it ahead, assemble close to serving time for the best texture.

What veggies can I use on cold veggie pizza?

Use what you love or have on hand broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, radishes, cucumber, snap peas, or even a sprinkle of fresh herbs. It’s a wonderful way to use up what’s in your fridge.

Can I make cold veggie pizza gluten-free?

Absolutely. Just use your favorite gluten-free crust or dough and follow the same steps for toppings and spread.

Is cold veggie pizza served hot or cold?

Always cold! The crust is baked first, cooled, then topped with the creamy spread and raw veggies. It’s refreshing, especially on warm days.

Cold Veggie Pizza The Perfect Easy Appetizer

Name: Cold Veggie Pizza The Perfect Easy Appetizer
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: For the Crust (choose classic or homemade); 2 tubes crescent roll dough (16 ounces); or; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 stick cold butter (½ cup), cubed; ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream; ; For the Creamy Spread; 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sour cream; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ¾ teaspoon dried dill; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ; For the Veggie Toppings; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 large carrots, shredded; 1 cup broccoli, chopped small; 1 cup bell pepper, finely diced (any color); 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Description

Cold veggie pizza is a nostalgic party favorite with a buttery crust, creamy ranch spread, and crisp fresh veggies. Easy, colorful, and loved by all!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Crust (choose classic or homemade)

2 tubes crescent roll dough (16 ounces)

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon salt

1 stick cold butter (½ cup), cubed

⅓ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

For the Creamy Spread

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

1 cup sour cream

¼ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

¾ teaspoon dried dill

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

For the Veggie Toppings

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

2 large carrots, shredded

1 cup broccoli, chopped small

1 cup bell pepper, finely diced (any color)

2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking pan with parchment or lightly oil it.

2. If using crescent dough, unroll onto pan, press seams, and make a border if you wish. Bake 13–15 minutes until golden. Let cool completely.

3. If making homemade crust, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in yogurt or sour cream just until combined. Roll out, fit to pan, and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes. Let cool.

4. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and pepper until smooth.

5. Spread creamy mixture over cooled crust.

6. Top with cheddar, carrots, broccoli, and bell pepper. Sprinkle green onions if using.

7. Cut into small squares. Chill if you like, then serve and enjoy!

Notes

Swap in your favorite veggies, like cucumber or radishes.

Use Greek yogurt for a lighter creamy spread.

Prepare crust and spread a day ahead, then assemble before serving for freshness.

Let kids help decorate for fun.

Leftovers stay fresh up to 2 days in the fridge with a paper towel under the crust.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Traditional Pizza Recipes
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 square
Calories: 165
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg

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