Easy Pizza Wreath

Holiday parties always make me smile, and I’ve noticed how everyone tends to gather around the food table. That’s what got me thinking about making something that looks as fun as it tastes. If you’re like me, you want your party dishes to be special without keeping you stuck in the kitchen all day.

This pizza wreath has become my go-to for holiday get-togethers. It’s basically everything we love about pizza, shaped into something that makes people say “wow” when they walk in. I started making it a few years ago when I wanted to bring something different to our neighborhood potluck, and now it’s the dish everyone asks me to make.

The best part? It’s way easier than it looks. You can prep most of it ahead of time, and it’s perfect for feeding a crowd. Whether you’re hosting or heading to someone else’s party, this recipe has your back.

What Kind of Crescent Roll Sheets Should I Use?

For this pizza wreath, you’ll want to look for refrigerated crescent roll sheets rather than the perforated crescent rolls that come in triangles. The sheets give you a smooth, uninterrupted surface that’s much easier to work with and helps prevent gaps in your wreath. Most major brands like Pillsbury make both types, so just make sure you’re grabbing the sheets rather than the regular rolls. If you can only find the perforated crescent rolls, don’t worry – you can still use them by firmly pressing the perforations together with your fingers to create one solid sheet. Just be sure to let them come to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes before working with them, as this makes them more pliable and less likely to tear.

Options for Substitutions

This fun party appetizer can be customized with several easy swaps:

• Crescent roll sheets: If you can’t find crescent sheets, regular crescent rolls work just fine – just pinch the perforations together. Pizza dough can also work, though the texture will be slightly different.
• Cream cheese and sour cream: For a lighter version, try using Neufchatel cheese instead of cream cheese, and Greek yogurt can replace the sour cream. Just make sure to use plain, full-fat versions for the best consistency.
• Ranch seasoning mix: Out of ranch mix? Make your own with dried herbs like parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried chives. You’ll need about 3 tablespoons of your homemade mix.
• Fresh vegetables: Feel free to swap any of the veggies based on what you have. Carrots, cauliflower, or celery work great instead of broccoli. Yellow or orange bell peppers can replace red ones. If cucumber isn’t your thing, try zucchini or yellow squash.
• Cherry tomatoes: Regular tomatoes work too – just dice them small and remove the seeds. Or skip tomatoes altogether and add extra of your other favorite veggies.

Watch Out for These Mistakes While Baking

The biggest challenge when making a pizza wreath is managing the moisture content of your vegetables – chopping them too large or not patting them dry can lead to a soggy bottom crust that nobody wants. To keep your wreath crispy and shaped perfectly, make sure to finely chop all vegetables and pat them thoroughly with paper towels before adding them to the cream cheese mixture. Another common mistake is rushing the cream cheese mixture – using cold cream cheese will result in lumpy filling, so let it soften at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before mixing. When arranging your wreath, avoid the temptation to overfill – leaving about a 1/2 inch border around the edges will prevent the filling from spilling out during baking and help maintain that beautiful wreath shape. For the best results, chill your assembled wreath for 15-20 minutes before baking – this helps the dough hold its shape and creates those lovely golden-brown layers.

What to Serve With Pizza Wreath?

Since this pizza wreath is loaded with fresh veggies and creamy filling, it works great as part of a casual party spread or holiday buffet. I like to serve it with a variety of dips on the side – marinara sauce adds a nice Italian touch, while ranch dressing complements the flavors already in the wreath. For a complete spread, add some antipasto items like marinated olives, pepperoncini peppers, or sliced salami. If you’re serving this as a main dish, a light mixed green salad with Italian dressing makes the perfect side and helps balance out the richness of the cream cheese filling.

Storage Instructions

Keep Fresh: This pizza wreath is best enjoyed within 24 hours of making it. You can keep it in the refrigerator, loosely covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. The fresh veggies might release some moisture over time, so I recommend not storing it for too long.

Make Ahead: Want to prep ahead? You can mix the cream cheese filling up to 2 days in advance and store it separately in the fridge. Chop your veggies the day before too, but keep the tomatoes whole until you’re ready to assemble. When you’re ready to serve, just put it all together!

Leftovers: If you have any leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. The crescent dough might get a bit softer, but it’ll still taste good. Just know that the vegetables will continue to release moisture, so the texture won’t be quite the same as when freshly made.

Preparation Time	15-25 minutes
Cooking Time	11-12 minutes
Total Time	26-37 minutes
Level of Difficulty	Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):

• Calories: 1200-1400
• Protein: 30-40 g
• Fat: 80-100 g
• Carbohydrates: 90-100 g

Ingredients

• Two 8 oz packages of crescent roll sheets
• 8 oz plain cream cheese
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• 1 oz packet dry ranch seasoning mix
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cups finely chopped fresh broccoli (approximately 1 head)
• 1/2 cup diced fresh cucumber
• 1 finely chopped red bell pepper
• 2/3 cup cherry tomatoes

Step 1: Prepare and Bake the Crescent Dough Wreath

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place a bowl with a 4-5 inch width upside down on a cookie sheet.

This will serve as a guide to creating the center of your dough wreath.

Open the crescent roll dough and unfold it.

Fold the dough in half lengthwise, then arrange each half around the bowl.

Pinch the ends of the dough together to form a complete circle.

Press down on the dough to flatten it and ensure even baking.

Remove the bowl and place the cookie sheet in the preheated oven.

Bake the dough for 11-12 minutes.

Step 2: Cool and Flatten the Dough

After removing the baked dough from the oven, gently press down on any areas that may have formed bubbles to create an even surface.

Allow the dough to cool completely, which should take about 30 minutes.

This sets the base for your wreath and makes it ready for the toppings.

Step 3: Mix the Cream Cheese Spread

While the dough is cooling, prepare the cream cheese spread.

In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream.

Add ranch seasoning, dill, and garlic to the mixture, then stir until smooth and well-mixed.

This savory spread will act as the flavorful base for your decorative toppings.

Step 4: Assemble and Decorate the Wreath

Once the dough has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the entire surface.

Decorate with your choice of chopped vegetables, arranging them in an appealing pattern.

To create a festive bow, cut a ring from a red pepper and slice at each lobe to get three U-shaped pieces.

Cut one piece in half.

Use the two lobes to form loop shapes, and place the two half-pieces underneath to form the bow’s tails.

Step 5: Serve and Store

Your veggie wreath is ready to serve immediately.

If you’re preparing in advance, you can store it in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

Enjoy your delicious, festive dish!