TL;DR:
- Cinnamon rolls, cheesecake pizza, s’mores dip, and fruit tarts are all easy to make in your pizza oven.
- The high heat from the pizza oven creates beautifully browned, restaurant-quality results.
- HALO’s Versa 16 pizza oven makes outdoor dessert entertaining a breeze.
When it comes to pizza ovens, there’s no need to limit yourself to just savory dishes. From freshly baked cinnamon rolls to warm, flaky fruit tarts, a pizza oven dessert can add a whole new dimension to your outdoor cooking.
In this guide, we’re sharing four delicious dessert ideas that highlight just how versatile your HALO pizza oven can be.
The Best Desserts to Make in a Pizza Oven
Here are four mouthwatering pizza oven dessert ideas that will inspire you to get creative in the kitchen (or, well, the backyard!).
1. Cinnamon Rolls
Wake up to the warm, comforting aroma of homemade cinnamon rolls, made even better in your pizza oven. Give this easy, HALO recipe a try:
Dough
- Mix 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 3/4 tsp fine sea salt.
- Cut in 1/3 cup butter.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup lukewarm whole milk and 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast; let it sit until foamy.
- Add 2 eggs and 1 egg yolk to the dry ingredients, then slowly mix in the yeast mixture.
- Knead until smooth and stretchy.
Sugar Mix
- Melt 1/3 cup butter and mix it with 1 cup brown sugar, 1 tbsp powdered sugar, and 2.5 tbsp cinnamon.
Assembly & Baking
- Roll out the dough, spread the sugar mixture evenly over it, and roll up tightly.
- Cut into 2-inch sections.
- Bake in your HALO pizza oven for approximately 7 minutes, or until golden brown.
2. Mixed Berry Cheesecake Dessert Pizza
Who says pizza can’t be dessert? This mixed berry cheesecake dessert pizza recipe proves otherwise:
Berry Compote
- Simmer 2 cups frozen blueberries, 1/3 cup sugar, and the juice/zest of 1/2 lemon until thickened.
Cheesecake Filling
- Beat together 4 oz mascarpone, 4 oz ricotta, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 3 tbsp honey until smooth.
- Add a pinch of salt to taste.
Assembly & Baking
- Stretch 420g pizza dough into a 15-16” circle.
- Spread the cheesecake filling on top, then add the blueberry compote.
- Bake in your HALO Versa 16 at 675°F for about 5 minutes.
Finishing Touches
Garnish with fresh berries and chopped mint.
3. Baked S’mores Dip
This fun and easy dessert for a pizza oven is perfect for parties or a cozy night in:
- Preheat your pizza oven to 350-375°F.
- Layer a 9-inch oven-safe skillet with 2 cups chocolate chips (milk, dark, or both), then top with 2 cups marshmallows.
- Drizzle with 2 tbsp heavy cream or milk for extra richness.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the marshmallows turn golden and the chocolate is melted. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning!
- Serve warm with graham crackers, cookies, pretzels, or fruit for dipping.
4. Fruit Tart/Cobbler
There’s a reason this dessert is a classic. It’s simple, delicious, and comes out beautifully in a pizza oven. Try this recipe with seasonal fruit like berries, peaches, or apples for the best results:
Crust
- In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cubed) until crumbly.
- Slowly add 1/4 cup ice water, pulsing until the dough just comes together.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out on a floured surface and press into a 9-inch tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork.
Filling
- Toss 4 cups sliced fruit (e.g. berries, peaches, apples) with 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and 1 tbsp lemon juice.
Baking
- Fill the tart crust with the fruit mixture.
- Bake in your HALO pizza oven at 375-400°F for 30-40 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
Ready to Get Baking?
These four pizza oven desserts are just the beginning—the possibilities are endless. Take advantage of the high heat, experiment with flavors, and enjoy creating delicious sweet treats in your outdoor kitchen.
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