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Cinnamon Toast Crunch Dessert Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 23 to 24 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

This Cinnamon Toast Crunch Dessert Pizza combines the nostalgic flavor of the classic cinnamon cereal with a sweet, buttery streusel topping on a flaky pizza dough crust. Finished with a smooth vanilla glaze drizzle, this easy-to-make dessert offers a delightful twist on traditional pizza, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

Pizza Base

  • 1 portion pizza dough (about 12-inch size, store-bought refrigerated dough recommended)
  • 1 TBSP butter, melted
  • Cinnamon, for sprinkling

Streusel Topping

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, lightly crushed
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 TBSP vegetable shortening
  • 2 TBSP melted butter

Icing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 TBSP milk (plus additional if needed)
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Streusel Topping: In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, lightly crushed Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, white sugar, and brown sugar. Add the vegetable shortening and melted butter. Mix thoroughly using a fork or clean hands until the mixture forms a crumbly streusel texture. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Pizza Dough: Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan with oil. Pat the pizza dough evenly onto the pan, forming a 12-inch base. Perforate the dough all over with a fork to prevent bubbles from forming during baking.
  3. Butter and Cinnamon Layer: Brush the surface of the dough evenly with 1 tablespoon of melted butter. Sprinkle a generous amount of cinnamon all over the buttered crust to infuse that signature warm flavor.
  4. Add Streusel Topping: Evenly distribute the prepared streusel mixture over the entire surface of the dough, pressing lightly to ensure it adheres but maintaining the crumbly texture.
  5. Bake the Dessert Pizza: Preheat your oven to 460°F (238°C). Place the pizza pan in the oven and bake the dessert pizza for 8 to 9 minutes, adjusting slightly depending on the dough thickness, until the crust is golden and the streusel topping is crisp.
  6. Prepare the Icing Drizzle: While baking, mix the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and of drizzle consistency. If too thick, add a few drops more milk to thin as needed.
  7. Finish and Serve: Once the pizza is done baking, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Drizzle the icing over the top in a circular pinwheel pattern. Slice into wedges and serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.

Notes

  • Perforating the dough helps to prevent air bubbles from forming during baking.
  • Lightly crushing the Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal helps the streusel hold together better while preserving texture.
  • Baking time may vary slightly depending on oven and dough thickness; watch for a golden crust.
  • The icing consistency can be adjusted by adding more milk if too thick or more powdered sugar if too thin.
  • Use vegetable shortening in the streusel for a crumblier texture; butter alone may make it denser.
  • Store leftover dessert pizza in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days; best eaten fresh.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 to 9 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/cinnamon-toast-crunch-dessert-pizza-recipe/