Mini Veggie Pizzas with Broccoli Crust

You’ve probably heard of cauliflower pizza crust, but did you know you can make your own veggie pizza crust with broccoli too?! Little chefs will love to help make this kid-favorite featuring broccoli as the star ingredient. We made the crusts mini rounds in this recipe, but feel free to form the broccoli mixture into any flat shape that you’d like (baking time may vary).

This recipe was developed by Happy Kids Kitchen for Veggie Buds Club.

"Learn to Love Veggies" Tip

Get your kids in the kitchen: they can help break the broccoli head into florets, add the ingredients to the food processor, press the buttons (kids love this step!), form the crusts, and top their personal pizzas!

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Mini Veggie Pizzas with Broccoli Crust

Author: Happy Kids Kitchen

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 35 Min

You’ve probably heard of cauliflower pizza crust, but did you know you can make your own veggie pizza crust with broccoli too?! Little chefs will love to help make this kid-favorite featuring broccoli as the star ingredient.

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli florets
• 2 large eggs*
• 1 1/4 cups grated mozzarella cheese (or dairy-free alternative) divided
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
• Toppings, such as olives, chopped bell peppers, or tomatoes

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Add broccoli to a pot with a cup of water. Bring up to a simmer then lower heat and cover with a lid. Steam broccoli until fork tender but not mushy, about 5 minutes. Drain broccoli then spread out on a clean kitchen towel and allow to cool.
3. Once broccoli is cooled, pat with the towel to make sure it is completely dry. Place broccoli in a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Add eggs, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, and salt.
4. Pulse ingredients in the food processor until everything is well combined and broccoli is finely chopped. Scrape down the sides of the food processor then pulse 2 to 3 more times.
5. Remove food processor blade and set aside. Scoop one tablespoon of the broccoli mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and form into an even, flat round. Do this free-from or use a round cookie cutter as a guide. Repeat using all of the broccoli mixture.
6. Bake crusts until golden brown around the edges, 15 to 20 minutes. Top crusts with sauce, cheese, and any other desired toppings. Return to oven until cheese is melted, about 3 to 5 minutes. Enjoy warm.

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