This delightful dessert combines the fudgy goodness of brownies with the fun shape of a pizza, creating a playful treat that’s perfect for parties, potlucks, or anytime you want to impress. White chocolate and colorful M&M’s add sweetness and visual appeal to this crowd-pleasing dessert.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It’s a creative twist on traditional brownies that makes serving and sharing easy
The presentation creates a “wow” factor with minimal effort
Perfect for birthdays, game days, or any celebration
Customizable with different candy toppings based on seasons or occasions
Simple preparation with basic pantry ingredients
Great for baking with kids who will love the pizza concept

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

Unsalted butter provides the rich, moist foundation for these brownies. Using melted butter rather than creamed butter gives the brownies their dense, fudgy texture. In a pinch, salted butter will work—just reduce the added salt in the recipe.
Granulated sugar sweetens the brownies and helps create that characteristic crackly top. The sugar also contributes to the chewy texture that makes these brownies so irresistible.
Eggs bind the ingredients together while providing structure and richness. They’re essential for the fudgy texture that makes this brownie pizza so delicious.
Vanilla extract adds depth of flavor that complements both the white chocolate and the sweet candy topping. Pure vanilla extract offers the best flavor, but imitation works in a pinch.
All-purpose flour forms the structural base of the brownies. Measure it correctly by spooning into measuring cups and leveling off for the perfect texture—too much flour will make your brownies dry.
Salt enhances all the flavors and balances the sweetness. Even in sweet desserts, this small amount makes a big difference in the final taste.
White chocolate chips create pockets of creamy sweetness throughout the brownie base. They melt slightly during baking for a luxurious texture contrast to the chewy brownie.
M&M’s add both color and a delightful candy crunch, making this dessert visually appealing and texturally interesting. The candy shells maintain their bright colors during baking, creating a festive appearance.

Directions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-inch round pizza pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy.
Add eggs one at a time, whisking well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in white chocolate chips and 1 cup of M&M’s.
Spread batter evenly in prepared pan and smooth the top.
Bake 25–30 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Let cool completely in pan. Once cooled, sprinkle additional M&M’s on top.
Slice into wedges and serve like a pizza!

Servings and Timing

This recipe makes 12 generous servings, perfect for sharing at gatherings. Each serving contains approximately 420 calories.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes (plus cooling time)

Variations

Seasonal M&M’s: Use holiday-colored M&M’s to match different celebrations—red and green for Christmas, pastel colors for Easter, or orange and brown for Halloween.
Different Chip Combinations: Try mixing in milk chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or butterscotch chips along with or instead of the white chocolate chips.
Nutty Delight: Add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts such as walnuts, pecans, or macadamia nuts for extra texture and flavor.
Fruity Twist: Sprinkle dried cranberries or cherries into the batter for a tart contrast to the sweet white chocolate.
S’mores Version: Top the cooled brownie pizza with mini marshmallows and graham cracker pieces, then broil briefly until the marshmallows are golden.
Peanut Butter Swirl: Before baking, swirl 1/4 cup of warmed peanut butter through the top of the batter for a delicious flavor combination.

Storage/Reheating

Room Temperature: Store your white chocolate brownie pizza in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Place parchment paper between layers if you need to stack the slices.
Refrigeration: For longer storage, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week. The texture may become slightly firmer when chilled.
Freezing: This brownie pizza freezes beautifully. Wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap, then aluminum foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Alternatively, freeze the entire pizza (uncut) wrapped well in plastic wrap and foil.
Reheating: While these brownies are delicious at room temperature, you can warm individual slices in the microwave for 10-15 seconds for that fresh-baked feel. For a special treat, serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

FAQs

Can I use a different pan if I don’t have a pizza pan?

Yes! You can use a 9×13-inch rectangular baking pan or a 10-inch round cake pan. The thickness of the brownies and baking time may vary slightly, so keep an eye on them while baking.

How do I know when the brownie pizza is done baking?

The edges should be set and slightly golden, while the center may still look slightly underdone. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs, but not wet batter. Remember that brownies continue to set as they cool.

Can I make this recipe without white chocolate chips?

Absolutely. You can substitute regular chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, or even peanut butter chips. You could also omit the chips entirely, though they do add wonderful pockets of flavor.

What can I use instead of M&M’s?

Any candy with a hard shell works well, such as Reese’s Pieces, Smarties, or chopped chocolate bars. You could also use chocolate chips, nuts, or even sprinkles for decoration.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time for a party?

Yes! This brownie pizza can be made 1-2 days in advance. Store it in an airtight container at room temperature, and add any final toppings just before serving for the freshest appearance.

Why did my brownie pizza crack on top?

A few cracks are normal and add to the rustic charm. Significant cracking might indicate that the oven temperature was too high or the brownies were overbaked. Don’t worry—they’ll still taste delicious!

Is there a way to make this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, you can substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend designed for baking. Just make sure your other ingredients, particularly the white chocolate chips and M&M’s, are also gluten-free.

How do I prevent the M&M’s from sinking into the batter?

To keep the M&M’s on top visible and colorful, add them during the last 5 minutes of baking or immediately after taking the brownie pizza out of the oven while it’s still hot.

Can I double this recipe?

While you can double the ingredients, you’d need to bake it in two separate pans to maintain the proper thickness and ensure even baking.

How should I slice the brownie pizza for serving?

Use a sharp knife and cut it like a traditional pizza, in wedges from the center outward. For cleaner cuts, wipe the knife blade clean between slices or use a pizza cutter for authentic pizza-style serving.

Conclusion

This Easy White Chocolate Brownie Pizza transforms a classic dessert into a conversation-starting treat that’s as fun to serve as it is delicious to eat. The combination of fudgy brownie texture with creamy white chocolate and crunchy candy creates a multi-dimensional dessert experience that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Perfect for celebrations or anytime you want to bring a little joy to the table, this recipe proves that sometimes the most memorable treats come from creative twists on familiar favorites. Whether you follow the recipe exactly or customize it with your favorite mix-ins, this brownie pizza is sure to become a requested favorite in your dessert rotation.