Sloppy Joe Pizza

Crispy thin crust topped with seasoned ground beef, melted cheddar, and optional mozzarella, bell peppers, and onions, combining classic Sloppy Joe flavors with the fun of pizza.

This Sloppy Joe Pizza combines the best of two comfort foods into one delicious dish. With a thin, crispy homemade crust as the base, it’s topped with a rich, savory Sloppy Joe mixture made from seasoned ground beef, ketchup, and spices. A generous layer of melted cheddar, with the option for mozzarella, adds cheesy goodness, while fresh bell pepper and red onion bring extra flavor and texture. Baked to golden perfection, this pizza is perfect for those craving a bold and hearty meal with a creative twist.

Servings

2-4

Prep Time

30 minutes

Cook Time

10-12 minutes

Total Time

40-45 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon instant yeast
½ cup warm water (110°F)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Toppings

1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking beef)
½ cup ketchup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup mozzarella cheese (optional, for extra cheesy goodness)
½ cup green or red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Make the Dough

In a large bowl, whisk together 1¾ cups flour, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon instant yeast.
Pour in ½ cup warm water and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).

Prepare the Beef Topping

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 pound ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if needed.
Reduce heat to medium. Stir in ½ cup ketchup, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, plus salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.

Assemble the Pizza

Set oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven now.
On a floured surface, stretch or roll dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
Spread the beef mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border.
Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.
Add optional toppings if desired: ½ cup mozzarella, ½ cup chopped bell pepper, ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion.

Bake & Finish

Slide pizza into the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, slice, and enjoy hot!

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess grease.

Add ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Remove from heat and set aside.

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thinness. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy handling. Squirt a desired amount of ketchup and yellow mustard over the dough.