Upside Down Popover Pizza Recipe

Craving pizza but want something unique and easy? This Upside-Down Popover Pizza is the perfect brunch or any-time meal! Forget traditional crust – this recipe uses a light and fluffy popover batter for a fun twist. Imagine a crispy, puffy crust with your favorite pizza toppings. A simpler, faster alternative to traditional pizza, this recipe is adapted from a cherished family recipe (circa 1988-89). Feel free to customize it with ground beef or turkey instead of sausage, and add your favorite seasonings for a personalized touch!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 824.6 kcal
Protein 85g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Upside Down Popover Pizza

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How to Make Upside Down Popover Pizza

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a 10-inch oven-safe skillet or cast iron pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup milk, 2 large eggs, and 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Cook 1 pound Italian sausage (or substitute 1 pound ground beef or turkey) in a pan over medium heat until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  6. Pour the popover batter into the prepared skillet.
  7. Top the batter with the cooked sausage (or meat substitute), 1 cup pizza sauce, and 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the popover is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before inverting the pizza onto a serving plate. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

81 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

106g

Carbs

14g