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15 Tasty Ways to Transform Homemade Pizza Dough, From Bread Knots to Doughnuts

Posted by Leslie Wu. Last updated on June 29, 2020 by Melissa Girimonte

Homemade pizza dough isn't just the base for the perfect pie — with a willingness to dream big and a few basic ingredients, you can turn that bread-like dough into several tasty delights. From savoury pizza waffles to sweet cinnamon rolls, here are some of the most exciting ways to transform pizza dough.

  • Waffle Maker Pizza
     
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    Waffle Maker Pizza

    <p>Pull out the waffle maker for this one: pizza dough will get crispy and bake in 4 to 6 minutes — and you can use the machine to broil cheese, sauce or other toppings quickly. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/the-pioneer-woman/recipe/waffle-maker-pizza/18309/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Pioneer Woman's Waffle Maker Pizza</strong></a> </p>
  • Everything Garlic Bread Knots
     
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    Everything Garlic Bread Knots

    <p>Garlic bread knots will add pizzazz to pasta night, round out an antipasto plate or even just serve as a mid-afternoon snack on their own. Since they're equally good warm or at room temperature, you can serve them for dinner and then eat the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/sunday-dinner-recipes-leftovers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">leftovers</a> in the next day’s lunch.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/blog/everything-garlic-bread-knots-37974/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Everything Garlic Bread Knots</strong></a></p>
  • The Italian Job Stromboli
     
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    The Italian Job Stromboli

    <p>You’ll find a smorgasbord of Italian meats in every slice of these savoury strombolis (which rolls pizza dough around fillings rather than stuffing them inside a pocket like a calzone).</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-italian-job-stromboli/13528/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>The Italian Job Stromboli</strong></a></p>
  • Calzones
     
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    Calzones

    <p>With pizza dough on hand, you’re on the way to a comforting calzone. Filled with spinach, sausage or Parmesan, calzones can be stuffed with anything you feel like that day. Smaller heart shaped versions or mini calzones will satisfy children and adults alike.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/giadas-calzones/22100/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis’ Calzones</strong></a>
  • Chicken Taco Pacos
     
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    Chicken Taco Pacos

    <p>Bite-size pizza balls stuffed with chicken, monterey Jack cheese and refried beans are too easy to make (and eat). If you love those Southwest flavours, you have to try <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/the-pioneer-woman/photos/pioneer-woman-best-tex-mex/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman's best Tex-Mex recipes</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chicken-taco-pacos/18900/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chicken Taco Pacos</strong></a></p>
  • Italian Doughnuts
     
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    Italian Doughnuts

    <p>Tasty doughnuts are a breeze to make when you use prepared pizza dough as your base. Sprinkle them with cinnamon sugar or make a simple chocolate glaze to finish these scrumptious treats.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/italian-doughnuts/19168/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Italian Doughnuts</strong></a></p>
  • Eggs Benedict Pizza
     
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    Eggs Benedict Pizza

    <p>Sad leftover pizza for breakfast gets a boost with this version of eggs Benedict: peameal and regular bacon, Gruyère and a splash of Sriracha top off pillowy pizza dough. Add some eggs before you pop the whole package in the oven for an easy make-ahead brunch that’s perfect for for the whole family.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/eggs-benedict-pizza/17765/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Eggs Benedict Pizza</strong></a></p>
  • Pretzel Monkey Bread
     
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    Pretzel Monkey Bread

    <p>Whimsical pull-apart bread rolls get a twist with this recipe. Pizza dough is given the New York pretzel treatment with a honey bath, as well as a sweet-spicy mustard sauce for dipping.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/pretzel-monkey-bread/18825/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Pretzel Monkey Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Zucchini and Olive Flatbread
     
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    Zucchini and Olive Flatbread

    <p>Think about more than meat for creative flatbread toppings: sliced zucchini and grated pecorino adds Italian flair, while a loaded potato version piles all the fixings from your favourite spud on top of a crispy base.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/zucchini-and-olive-flatbread/16021/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Zucchini and Olive Flatbread</strong></a>
  • Bacon and Apple Cheddar Loaf
     
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    Bacon and Apple Cheddar Loaf

    <p>Sweet and savoury, this smoky, cheesy pull-apart bread makes an irresistible appetizer or scrumptious snack that starts with simple store-bought pizza dough. Smoky strips of bacon aren't just for breakfast with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/30-sweet-and-savoury-bacon-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sweet and savoury bacon recipes</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/great-canadian-cookbook/recipe/bacon-apple-cheddar-loaf/18810/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Bacon and Apple Cheddar Loaf</strong></a></p>
  • Cacio e Pepe Gnocco Fritto
     
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    Cacio e Pepe Gnocco Fritto

    <p>In this tempting appetizer, nuggets of pizza dough are deep fried and then seasoned with grated Pecorino and freshly ground black pepper. Serve it alongside a simple marinara sauce for dipping.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cacio-e-pepe-gnocco-fritto/22973/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Cacio e Pepe Gnocco Fritto</strong></a></p>
  • Baked Brie With Pull-Apart Rolls
     
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    Baked Brie With Pull-Apart Rolls

    <p>An appetizer that's perfect for the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/top-recipes-for-cheese-lovers/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cheese lovers</a> out there begins with store-bought pizza dough and a wheel of Brie. Serve it in the hot cast iron pan you baked it in so you can dig right into the soft rolls and the warm, melted cheese.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/baked-brie-with-pull-apart-rolls/20806/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Baked Brie With Pull-Apart Rolls</strong></a></p>
  • Easy Cinnamon Buns
     
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    Easy Cinnamon Buns

    <p>Whether you make these sweet cinnamons buns in your home kitchen or over a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/canada-day/photos/one-pot-camping-recipes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">campfire</a>, you'll only need a handful of ingredients including a ball of pizza dough.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/easy-cinnamon-buns/20835/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Easy Cinnamon Buns</strong></a></p>
  • Tarte Flambee
     
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    Tarte Flambee

    <p>This easy baked appetizer made with your favourite pizza dough also works as part of a brunch spread. Top it with Gruyère, bacon and leeks and then bake to golden perfection.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/tarte-flambee/22520/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Valerie Bertinelli's Tarte Flambee</strong></a></p>
  • Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Garbage Bread
     
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    Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Garbage Bread

    <p>The possibilities are endless when it comes to garbage bread. All you need is some pizza dough, and then you can get creative with the fillings. This recipe has a creamy chicken, mushroom and cheese filling rolled into the dough and baked until golden.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cheesy-chicken-alfredo-garbage-bread/21277/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Garbage Bread</strong></a></p>
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