These crisp and easy flour Tortilla Pizzas take less than 15 minutes, and they are always a huge hit. They are totally customizable with your favorite sauce and toppings and so much easier than rolling out pizza dough. We love to make these on Friday nights and serve them with a simple salad tossed with Italian dressing.
How to make Tortilla Pizzas
First, bake the tortillas on a baking pan covered with parchment paper for a few minutes to crisp them up. Then spread 1-2 heaping tablespoons of pizza sauce (less is better for crispy pizzas) over each tortilla. Sprinkle with mozzarella, add your choice of toppings. I personally like pepperoni and mushrooms, but there are lots of choices here.
Add another layer of mozzarella and bake for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned and the tortilla is crispy on the edges. Sprinkle the cooked pizza with chopped fresh basil, dried oregano, Parmesan, Cheese, or crushed red pepper flakes. Let them cool just a touch, and then slice.
Helpful Recipe Tips
- I use raw flour tortillas because I think they crisp up the best, but you can use already-cooked tortillas. Remember to crisp them in the oven before adding sauce and toppings.
- Go easy on the sauce. Too much pizza sauce will make the tortilla soggy. Resist using any thinner sauce like tomato sauce, marinara sauce, or spaghetti sauce. Pizza sauce is thicker, and the crust will cook up crispier.
- Avoid using too many toppings or too wet toppings, as it too, can keep the pizza from getting crisp.
- Use a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking, better browning, and easier cleanup. Make sure your parchment paper is rated for 425 degrees or higher.
- You can also make these one at a time in a cast iron skillet on the stovetop or in the oven.
- For optimum flavor and texture, serve promptly. These pizzas are crisp and slightly flaky when eaten promptly after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375 degrees or in the air fryer.
How to Freeze Tortilla Pizza
Fully Baked – Cool completely, then store in a zipper freezer bag or sturdy freezer container with parchment paper between each pizza. Reheat in the oven or the air fryer from frozen until hot.
Not Baked – precook the tortillas, spread the sauce, sprinkle with cheese, add toppings, and sprinkle with more cheese. Store in a zipper freezer bag or sturdy freezer container with parchment paper between each pizza. Reheat from frozen at 425 degrees until the cheese is melted and lightly browned and the tortilla is crispy on the edges.
Favorite Pizza Toppings for Tortilla Pizza
- Pepperoni
- Sausage (with excess grease removed)
- Mushrooms
- Bell Peppers
- Canadian Bacon
- Olives (well drained)
- Bacon
- Chicken
- Ground beef
- Ham
- Red Onions
- Pepperoncini (well-drained)
More Pizza Recipes
Tortilla Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 8-inch flour tortillas
- ¼ cup pizza sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1-1 ½ ounces pepperoni or your choice of toppings
- 2 small mushrooms sliced
- Fresh basil torn
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the tortillas on the parchment paper in a single layer and bake for 2 minutes. Flip and bake for another 2 minutes.
- Spread 1-2 tablespoons pizza sauce over the tortillas. Remember that less is better for a crispy crust.
- Sprinkle half of the cheese over the sauce. Add toppings but not too heavy for a crispy crust. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned and the tortilla is crispy on the edges. Sprinkle with torn fresh basil, cut, and serve.
Notes
- I use raw flour tortillas because I think they crisp up the best, but you can use already-cooked tortillas. Remember to crisp them in the oven before adding sauce and toppings.
- Go easy on the sauce. Too much pizza sauce will make the tortilla soggy. Resist using any thinner sauce like marinara or spaghetti sauce. Pizza sauce is thicker, and the crust will cook up crispier.
- Avoid using too many toppings or too wet toppings, as it too, can keep the pizza from getting crisp.
- Use a baking sheet with parchment paper for even baking, better browning, and easier cleanup. Make sure your parchment paper is rated for 425 degrees or higher,
- For optimum flavor and texture, serve promptly. These pizzas are crisp and slightly flaky when eaten promptly after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 375 degrees or in the air fryer.
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Ben
This pizza is awesome! I love thin crust, and it doesn’t get thinner or crispier than a tortilla crust. My new favorite.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Ben! So glad that you like the tortilla pizza!
Catalina
This tortilla pizza has all the ingredients that I like! I am making it for my family for our movie night!
Beth Pierce
Thanks=, Catalina! Enjoy!
Eric
We love these thin and crispy pizzas! They have become a Friday night staple at our house.
Sandra
This is such a great idea!! Can’t wait to make it again! Thanks!
Amanda
This was fantastic and perfect for weeknight meals. Everyone enjoyed every bite!
Edgar
Tortilla pizzas are the best. They are always crispy, quick, and customizable. Thanks for sharing!
Abida
Tortilla Piza – I love eating pizzas and these are crispy and easy to make. Just like I like them.
SONIA SEIVWRIGHT
These flour tortilla pizzas sound absolutely delicious! I love that they’re quick and easy to make, perfect for those busy Friday nights. Plus, the fact that they’re customizable means you can make them exactly how you like. I can’t wait to try this recipe out with my favourite toppings and pair it with a simple salad for a complete and satisfying meal. Thanks for sharing!
Jack
I might not eat a lot of pizzas but this look so good. Maybe I will try it and make it myself. Thank you for sharing!
Ellanor
These look delicious! I love that the tortilla pizzas are easier and quicker to make than their traditional counterpart, perfect for weekdays and school nights.
Beth Pierce
So true, Elanor!
Richard
We loved these quick and easy crispy tortilla pizzas. Next time I am going to try Canandian bacon and onion.
bright loveland
thanks for sharing this delicious pizza recipe with us. i love pizza and this was so easy and yummy! The kids loved it too!
Debbie
These tortilla pizzas are so yummy. It’s such a bonus that they only take less than 15 minutes to make. That’s perfect for a busy evening after work!
Monica
Loved the tortilla pizza recipe! It’s simple, quick, and super delicious. Your easy-to-follow instructions and creative twist on traditional pizza are a winner. Can’t wait to try more of your awesome recipes!
Sydney
This pizza is incredible!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Sydney! So glad that you enjoyed it.
Macy
This is genius! Can’t wait to try it.