Matza Pizza – the ultimate thin and crispy!

Need a Pesach meal that’s easy, quick and also delicious? Matza pizza is the answer! Load up the toppings and cheese and enjoy a family-friendly KFP slice.

Do you find Pesach cooking can be, well, a bit much? 

I love the opportunity that Pesach brings for eating fresh, seasonal food, simply cooked from scratch. To be fair, we eat like that a lot of the time. But it can get a bit labour intensive. When you’re peeling potatoes again or making your umpteenth omelette, the festive feelings can start to wane somewhat.

Delicious, easy and quick

That’s why I think it’s really important to have a handful of recipes for delicious, easy meals that can be quickly prepared with minimal fuss or faff. And one that is always a big hit in our house (my daughter Kipper sometimes even asks for it when it isn’t Pesach!) is matza pizza.

Pesach pizza party!

We have been having a ‘matza pizza night’ during Chol Hamoed for several years. Often we invite friends to join us. I prepare the ‘bases’ and a range of toppings, and then we all get creative. Everyone adds their choice of toppings, plus a handful of cheese. Then into the oven and yum yum yum!

More than once people who have never experienced the delights of a matza pizza before have remarked on just how good it is. If you like your pizza ‘thin and crispy’ then this really is the ultimate expression!

Matza pizza – make it your own

There’s no definitive recipe for matza pizza. For instance, I usually use a dollop of tomato puree plus some pesto for the sauce. But you can use just one or the other, or a spoonful of prepared tomato pizza sauce, leftover tomato sauce from something else, really whatever you have to hand.

Easy cheesy

Similarly, we like lots of toppings, but you can totally go plain cheese if you like. I’ve made matza pizza with mozzarella, cheddar, and even feta cheese. It comes out delicious every time. Just be generous with the cheese so you get the lovely contrast of soft gooey cheese and crunchy matza pizza base. 

Fabulous (matza) pizza toppings

Some toppings we like to use include:

• sliced mushrooms
• sliced olives
• thin strips of pepper
• thinly sliced onion (or caramelised onions)
• sliced tomatoes
• sun-dried tomatoes
• avocado – add this once the pizza is cooked
• roasted vegetables – tomatoes, courgettes (zucchini), aubergines, peppers etc.
• small pieces of steamed broccoli or cauliflower
• spinach leaves
• fresh basil or oregano
• a shake of dried herbs

You can also add a drizzle of olive oil or chilli oil, a sliced avocado, or a handful of fresh rocket (arugula) once your matza pizza comes out of the oven. 

No more potatoes! Hooray for Matza pizza!

So next time you’re fed up peeling potatoes, take a break and treat yourself to matza pizza instead! Buon appetito!

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More delicious Passover recipes

For more delicious Pesach meal ideas take a look at these easy family-approved Pesach lunches and delicious Pesach dinners. You might also enjoy my guide to a stress-free Pesach!