Personal Pan Pizza (Pizza Hut Copycat)
This copycat Pizza Hut personal pan pizza has that thick, buttery crust and that cheesy, saucy topping you remember. It’s easy to make at home and perfect for a fun, easily customizable, nostalgic meal without the takeout cost.
Servings: 4
Calories: 697kcal
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 1/4 tsp instant yeast or 1 packet
- 1 cup warm water about 110°F
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted butter for brushing pans
For the Sauce
- 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp sugar
For the Toppings
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Favorite toppings pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, veggies, etc.
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix yeast, warm water, and sugar. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.2 1/4 tsp instant yeast, 1 cup warm water, 2 tbsp sugar
- Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Stir until dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, 2 tbsp olive oil
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Brush four 6-inch cake pans or cast-iron skillets generously with melted butter.2 tbsp melted butter
- Divide the dough into 4 equal balls and press each one evenly into the bottom of a prepared pan, pushing slightly up the edges.
- Cover and let rest for 10–15 minutes while preheating oven to 450°F.
- In a small saucepan, combine tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and sugar. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.1 15 oz can tomato sauce, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp sugar
- Spread about 2–3 tablespoons of sauce over each crust. Sprinkle with mozzarella and add your favorite toppings.2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Place pans on the lowest oven rack and bake for 12–15 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Brush crust edges with extra melted butter before serving for that classic Pizza Hut flavor.
Notes
- Don't want make the pizza dough yourself or don't have time? Buy a bag of dough in the refrigerated deli case.
- Play with flavor combinations. Make cheese lovers by adding a mix of mozzarella, provolone, or even cheddar for flavor. For meat lovers, top it with a combo of pepperoni, sausage, bacon, and ham. For veggie lovers, pile on mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, and olives.
- Add even more flavor by brushing melted butter mixed with garlic powder on the crust.
- Turn these into mini dessert pizzas and use the same crust but top it with Nutella and marshmallows.
Nutrition
Calories: 697kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 1636mg | Potassium: 538mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1022IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 327mg | Iron: 6mg