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Creamy Spinach Dip Pizza (Angel's Pizza-Inspired Recipe)

Creamy Spinach Dip Pizza (Angel's Pizza-Inspired Recipe)

This iconic Filipino-inspired pizza transforms the beloved spinach dip into a luxurious pizza topping, featuring distinctive mounds of creamy spinach-cheese mixture dotted across a mozzarella and Alfredo base. The recipe recreates Angel's Pizza's famous creation, striking a perfect balance between creamy and savory flavors, where blanched spinach meets a trio of cheeses atop a golden crust, making it an indulgent alternative to traditional takeout that can be easily customized at home.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine Filipino, Italian
Servings 6
Calories 350 kcal
Difficulty Intermediate

Equipment

  • Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet (Baking pan in Filipino) For achieving a crispy crust
  • Medium Saucepan (Kaserola) For making the Alfredo sauce
  • Fine-mesh strainer (salaan) For achieving smooth cream cheese texture
  • Whisk For combining sauce ingredients
  • Mixing bowls (mangkok) For preparing toppings
  • Kitchen scale (optional) For precise measurements
  • Pizza Cutter (Pamutol ng pizza) For clean slices

Ingredients
 

For the Base

  • 1 12″ Pizza dough (Masa ng pizza)
  • 2 cups Mozzarella cheese grated (keso)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Spinach Topping (Spinach Mound)

  • 1 cup cream cheese softened (Pinalambot na cream cheese)
  • ½ cup heavy cream Krema
  • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves Sariwang dahon ng spinach
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic Dinikdik na bawang
  • ½ cup grated cheese keso
  • Salt and pepper to taste Asin at paminta

For the Alfredo Sauce

  • ¼ cup butter Mantikilya
  • 250 ml heavy whipping cream Krema
  • ¼ cup cream cheese Cream cheese
  • ½ teaspoon minced garlic Dinikdik na bawang
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Asin
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper Paminta

Instructions
 

  • Begin by softening the cream cheese at room temperature for about 30 minutes. While waiting, blanch your spinach in boiling water for 1-2 minutes until slightly wilted, then immediately plunge into ice water. Drain and squeeze out all excess water thoroughly, then chop the spinach finely.
  • Cut the softened cream cheese into small cubes and mash them. For a smoother texture, press through a fine-mesh strainer. Mix in the heavy cream until completely smooth, then stir in the minced garlic, grated cheese, and chopped spinach. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set this spinach mixture aside.
  • Start the Alfredo sauce by combining butter, heavy cream, and cream cheese in a medium saucepan over medium heat (175°C). Whisk until completely melted. Add salt, pepper, Italian herbs, garlic powder, and minced garlic. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat to cool slightly.
  • Preheat your oven to 200°C. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating. On a floured surface, stretch your pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush the edges with olive oil.
  • Spread the cooled Alfredo sauce evenly across the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Sprinkle generously with mozzarella cheese. Using a spoon, place 4-5 dollops of your spinach mixture evenly across the pizza, creating signature mounds.
  • Slide your pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 15-25 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese melts completely. Keep an eye on it during the last 5 minutes to prevent burning.
  • Let the pizza rest for 3 minutes after removing from the oven. This allows the cheese to set slightly and makes it easier to slice. Cut into portions and serve while hot and creamy.
  • For storage, let cool completely and refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 175°C oven for 5-7 minutes until hot and bubbly.

Tips from Lola's Kitchen

  • Allow cream cheese to fully soften for easier mixing
  • Don't skip squeezing excess water from spinach - this prevents soggy pizza
  • Place spinach dollops strategically for even distribution
  • Watch the pizza closely during the last 5 minutes of baking
  • Use full-fat dairy products for best results
 

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 16gFat: 59gSaturated Fat: 35gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 172mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 189mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2108IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 423mgIron: 0.4mg
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