Vegan Caramelized Banana Nutella Pizza
A sweet dessert pizza featuring a golden crescent roll crust topped with warm caramelized bananas, creamy Nutella hazelnut spread, and toasted almonds. The bananas are microwaved with caramel topping until tender and glossy, creating a luscious topping that pairs beautifully with the rich chocolate-hazelnut spread. Perfect for sharing as a family dessert or bringing to potlucks, this easy treat combines familiar flavors in an unexpected pizza format that both kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated Pillsbury Original Crescent Dough Sheet, 8 oz
- ¼ cup caramel toppingmaple syrup1:1
slightly different flavor profile
- 4 medium ripe bananas, cut into 3/4-inch slices
- ⅓ cup Nutella hazelnut spread with cocoa, plus 1 tablespoon
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and spray cookie sheet with cooking spray
- 2
Unroll dough sheet onto cookie sheet and press into rectangle
- 3
Bake until golden brown
- 4
Mix caramel topping and banana slices in microwavable bowl
- 5
Microwave banana mixture, stirring every minute, until bananas are softened and caramelized
- 6
Cool banana mixture
- 7
Spread hazelnut spread onto warm crescent crust
- 8
Spoon banana mixture on top of hazelnut spread
- 9
Microwave remaining hazelnut spread until thin enough to drizzle
- 10
Drizzle thinned hazelnut spread over banana mixture and top with almonds
- 11
Serve slightly warm or at room temperature
Tips
Press crescent roll seams together firmly if using individual rolls instead of the sheet to prevent gaps in the crust.
Let the banana mixture cool for the full 10 minutes to prevent the Nutella from melting too much when spread on the crust.
Toast the almonds in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes for extra crunch and flavor if not already toasted.
Good to Know
Cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. Best served within 24 hours as crust may soften.
Prepare banana mixture up to 4 hours ahead and reheat before assembling.
Cut into squares or triangles with a pizza cutter. Serve slightly warm for best texture.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip cooling the banana mixture or the Nutella will melt completely off the crust.
Press crescent roll seams firmly to prevent the crust from separating during baking.
Substitutions
use same baking time
FAQ
Can I use fresh pizza dough instead of crescent rolls?
Yes, roll fresh pizza dough to the same size rectangle and bake at 425°F for 8-10 minutes until golden before adding toppings.
What if my bananas aren't ripe enough?
Slightly underripe bananas work fine since the microwaving process softens them. Add an extra 30 seconds of cooking time if needed.
How long will leftovers keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the crust will soften over time. Best enjoyed fresh.