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This Spinach and Artichoke Pizza with Cheesy Bread Crust is the perfect pizza to make at home! Homemade pizza dough baked up with an extra cheesy mozzarella stuffed crust, topped with garlic herb butter, sautéed spinach, three kinds of cheese, and spicy artichokes. As soon as the pizza comes out of the oven, top with basil, slice, eat, and ENJOY. Every last bite of this pizza is delicious and will leave you wanting more. The cheese-filled crust and garlic herb butter really seal the deal.
You know, it’s funny, I’ve used our pizza oven more the last four months than I ever have before. When we built the oven in our studio space, I was SO excited to start using it. But after a few too many burnt pizzas, and then way too many pizzas stuck to the pizza peel, I gave up trying for a solid whole year…which I greatly regret.
Around Christmas, something gave me the courage to try again, and ever since I’ve been using the pizza oven non-stop. I LOVE it so much. And today, I am happy to say that I have the system down. I’ve confidently been making all of our pizzas in the pizza oven.
And you guys, let me tell you, they are GOOD. I realize that most of you don’t have your own pizza oven. So I’m sorry for going on and on, but the story leads me into today’s pizza recipe!
And no, you don’t have to have a pizza oven to make this. Just a regular ole’ oven will do the trick!
Onto the idea…
I’ve had this pizza in mind for far too long. So when I had the oven going for another recipe I’m in the middle of working on, I decided to finally test out my idea for an updated spinach and artichoke pizza.
I wanted the crust to be stuffed with cheese. Just like they used to do at places like Pizza Hut and Domino’s. Do you remember the cheese-stuffed crust? It was always a splurge for us to get, but one we loved!
And then, for the base? Garlic herb butter, but all done up and topped with spinach, cheese, and artichokes!
Here are the details
I always start with the garlic. Melt it down with herbs and spices and the tiniest hit of butter. It’s a simple mix but it’s one of the keys to this pizza.
Then, in that same skillet, cook up the spinach.
Assemble it!
First up stuff that crust with cheese. Take some pizza dough…I always make mine at home but store-bought is great too…use what’s easiest for you! Roll the dough out, then stuff it with cubes of mozzarella.
As it bakes inside the crust, it turns melty and creates the perfect cheesy crust situation. One that people don’t expect…but of course…love.
Now layer on that garlic butter, lots of spinach, then cheese, and all the artichokes.
I like to bake the pizza on a sheet pan, or in a pizza oven, or in the upper position of the oven at a super high temp. Ideally, at the highest temp your oven will go! It’s key to a really beautiful crust.
The pizza cooks pretty fast, so in less than fifteen minutes you’ll have amazing pizza. AND…your kitchen will smell incredible. Like cheesy garlic bread baking away, but it’s a whole pizza instead! As soon as the pizza comes out of the oven, slice it, top it with basil, and eat. This is meant to be eaten hot, so enjoy it fresh out of the oven!
Looking for other pizza night recipes? Here are some of my favorites:
Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Shredded Brussels Sprout and Bacon Pizza
Lastly, if you make this Spinach and Artichoke Pizza with Cheesy Bread Crust, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Spinach and Artichoke Pizza with Cheesy Bread Crust
Servings: 8
Calories Per Serving: 286 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seed
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes use to taste
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pinch each kosher salt and black pepper
- 16 ounces fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup whole milk mozzarella, cubed
- 1/2 pound pizza dough, homemade or store-bought
- 1 cup shredded fontina, gouda, or mozzarella cheese
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan
- 1 (8 ounce) jar marinated artichokes, drained
Instructions
- 1. Position the oven rack in the upper 1/3 portion of your oven. Preheat the oven to 500° F. for at least 30 minutes before baking, preferably 1-2 hours ahead. If you have a baking stone, start preheating it.2. In a skillet, melt together the butter, basil, oregano, thyme, fennel, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the garlic is golden and crisp, 3-4 minutes. Pour the garlic butter out of the skillet and set aside. 3. Set the same skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, baby spinach, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook 5 minutes, until the spinach is wilted, make sure to get all the excess water out. 4. On a lightly floured surface, push/roll the pizza dough out until it is pretty thin (about a 12-14 inch circle). Place the pizza dough on a lightly oiled sheet pan. Arrange the cubed mozzarella around the edge of the dough. Fold the edges of the dough over the cheese, pinching to seal the cheese inside.5. Spread on the garlic butter, then the spinach. Sprinkle on the shredded cheese and parmesan. Toss the artichokes with a drizzle of olive oil, then arrange them over the pizza. 6. Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, rotate the pizza, and bake another 3-5 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted. Top the pizza with fresh basil. ENJOY!
SO stinking good! Thanking the food gods for downloading this recipe into your brain and onto this blog! Yum. Yum. Yum! It was a flavor explosion!
Hey Sheila,
Happy Friday!! I am so glad to hear this recipe was a winner, thanks for giving it a go:) xTieghan
This recipe was super delicious especially for someone who doesn’t love pizza. I added chicken (to hit my own macro goals) and it was super delicious with that addition too.
Hey Jess,
Happy Friday!! Thanks a lot for giving this recipe a go, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! xxTieghan
This is my 5 star recipe for the year. Always amazing and hits the spot every time. Thank you for your amazing recipes!
Hi Glenn,
Fantastic! Love hearing that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for giving it a try. xTieghan
I just made this and it was great! I love how the artichokes add saltiness to the pizza.
Hi Aubry,
Thanks so very much for giving this recipe a go, I love to hear that it was enjoyed! Happy Thanksgiving! xTieghan
I made this last night and it was really delicious, just my kind of pizza with lots of interesting flavours instead of the normal tomato based version. My kids couldn’t handle the smell of the fontina though….!
Hey Anna,
Love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for making it! Have the best weekend? xTieghan
Hi,
Which cookbook has this pizza recipe in it?
Hey Sandra,
Neither, this recipe is only on the blog. The recipes that are in the cookbooks are exclusive to the books. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
Hi! Any advice for if I wanted to make this in advance to take to a potluck dinner? I can’t get them to preheat their oven so should I par bake the base and then add the toppings to finish off at them?
Thanks!
Hey Sasha,
I would probably just assemble the pizza at the potluck and bake there. I hope you love this recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! xTieghan
This pizza was a hit with my entire family! Love all the spices that complement the spinach and artichokes. This recipe is a keeper!
Hey Kristen,
Happy Wednesday! Love to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks for giving it a try! xTieghan
Everything about this pizza is a so right the buttery spread with the herbs and fennel the cheese stuffed in the crust The fontina Gouda Parm and topped with artichokes Wow talk about flavor served it with a salad Perfect dinner on a Friday night pair it with Pinot Grigio Happy happy Thank you
Hey Marie,
I am thrilled that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for making it! Happy 4th of July!?? xTieghan
Love this pizza!! I added pan fried chicken (from one of your other recipes), sliced it and put it in the pizza as well! Wow! It was 10/10 great!!! I’ve never had artichokes on a pizza but they were so darn good! Will be making again and again, thank you!!!
Hey Jessica,
Happy Sunday! Thanks a lot for giving this recipe a go, I am so excited that it was enjoyed! xxTieghan
This was by far my favourite pizza ever <3 i am gonna make this many times over haha. The garlic butter is a gamechanger. Thank you so much for this recipe
Hey there,
Awesome! I am so glad you enjoyed this recipe, thanks so much for making it! Have a great weekend:) xTieghan
So good! It’s quick and easy and full of flavor, thank you for sharing this recipe!
Hey Hilary,
I am so so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed and I appreciate you giving it a try!! xxTieghan
I just made this tonight and my friends and husband raved about the flavor. My husband even said to make it instead of any other toppings on the next pizza night. So delish. Thanks for the great recipe.
I forgot to add the stars!
Thanks Laura!!
Hey Laura,
I am so so glad this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a lot for giving it a try! Happy Sunday! xTieghan
I can’t wait to make this pizza! YUM. Would it work to make it a day in advance and keep it in the fridge?
Hey Morgan,
You can make the dough in advance and keep in the fridge, but I would not assemble the pizza until you are ready to bake. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan
OMG girl….you did it again! Love this pizza! Made 2 for dinner with a salad, perfect. You never disappoint, what a talent you have!
Hey Carey,
Thanks a bunch for making this recipe, I am so glad it was enjoyed! xxTieghan