Garlic Butter Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza Croissants
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Garlic Butter Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza Croissants take everything you love about a classic slice and tuck it inside a buttery, flaky croissant. With a rich homemade pizza sauce made using Tuttorosso San Marzano Style Hand Crushed™ Tomatoes in Puree with Basil & Sea Salt and Tuttorosso Tomato Paste with Sweet Basil, each bite packs bold tomato flavor and that classic pizzeria taste. Finished with melty mozzarella, crispy pepperoni, garlicky herb butter, and a drizzle of hot honey, this craveable mashup is perfect for game day snacks, brunch spreads, or a creative weeknight bake.
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ingredients
Pizza Sauce
- 1 (28 ounce) can Tuttorosso San Marzano Style Hand Crushed™ Tomatoes in Puree with Basil & Sea Salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (6 ounce) can Tuttorosso Tomato Paste with Sweet Basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Dried basil, to taste
- Dried oregano, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Garlic & Herb Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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Hot Honey
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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Assembly
- 8 large store-bought croissants
- 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Mini pepperoni slices
- Burrata cheese (optional), for topping
- Fresh basil (optional), for garnish
Method
Step 1
Make the Pizza Sauce: In a saucepan over low heat, combine Tuttorosso San Marzano Style Hand Crushed Tomatoes, olive oil, Tuttorosso Tomato Paste, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, basil, oregano, crushed red pepper (if using), and black pepper. Simmer for 15–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Taste and adjust seasoning. Let cool.
Step 2
Prepare the Garlic Butter: In a bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, Parmesan (if using), and salt until well combined.
Step 3
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Step 4
Assemble the Croissants: Slice each croissant horizontally to create a pocket, but don’t cut all the way through. Spread garlic butter inside, add about 1 tablespoon of pizza sauce, and fill with shredded mozzarella. Gently press closed and lightly flatten with a rolling pin.
Step 5
Top the Croissants: Spread 1–2 tablespoons of pizza sauce over each croissant, then top with more mozzarella and mini pepperoni.
Step 6
Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Step 7
Make the Hot Honey: While croissants bake, warm the honey, crushed red pepper flakes, and vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat for 5 minutes (don’t boil). Remove from heat and let steep.
Step 8
Drizzle hot honey over warm croissants and top with burrata and fresh basil, if desired. Serve with extra sauce on the side.