20 Unique Father’s Day Pizza Recipes Kids Will Love to Customize

Father’s Day is the perfect time to get the whole family involved in creating a special meal for Dad. 

But let’s face it, sometimes the usual Father’s Day dinners can feel a bit…predictable. We want to do something fun and interactive, but also delicious and satisfying. 

It can be a challenge to find a meal that everyone, especially the kids, will enjoy making and eating.

The solution? Pizza! I’ve put together 20 unique and delicious pizza recipes that are perfect for Father’s Day, and the best part is, kids will love to help customize them! 

From fun shapes to creative toppings, these pizzas are sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Here are three quick and easy pizza ideas to get you started:

• “My Dad Rocks” Pizza: A personalized pizza shaped like a rock, with Dad’s favorite toppings.
• Father’s Day Face Pizza: A silly and fun pizza decorated to look like Dad’s face.
• Breakfast for Dinner Pizza: A delicious pizza topped with all of Dad’s breakfast favorites.

Let’s explore these and many more unique Father’s Day pizza recipes that will make this Father’s Day a memorable and delicious one!

1. “My Dad Rocks” Pizza

This pizza is all about personalization! We’ll shape the pizza dough into a rock shape and let the kids decorate it with Dad’s favorite toppings. Think of it as a delicious edible card. You can use toppings to write “Dad Rocks” or create a fun design.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who loves personalized gifts

2. Father’s Day Face Pizza

Get ready for some giggles with this silly and fun pizza! We’ll use the pizza dough to create a large circle and then let the kids decorate it to look like Dad’s face. Pepperoni slices can be the eyes, sausage can be the smile, and olives can be the hair!

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad with a good sense of humor

3. Breakfast for Dinner Pizza

Who says pizza is only for dinner? This pizza combines all of Dad’s breakfast favorites onto a crispy crust. Think scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, cheese, and maybe even a drizzle of maple syrup!

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves breakfast any time of day

4. Pizza Flowers for Dad

These mini pizzas are as beautiful as they are delicious. We’ll shape the dough into flower shapes and let the kids decorate each “petal” with different toppings. It’s a fun way to get creative with colors and flavors.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who appreciates a beautiful presentation

5. Dad’s Favorite Sports Pizza

Is Dad a sports fan? We’ll create a pizza shaped like his favorite sports ball (basketball, soccer ball, baseball) and decorate it with toppings that represent his team’s colors.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The sports-loving dad

6. Pizza Boats

These mini pizzas are made in hollowed-out zucchini or bell peppers, making them a fun and healthy option. Kids can help scoop out the vegetables and fill them with their favorite pizza toppings.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The health-conscious dad

7. Pizza Roll-Ups

These bite-sized treats are perfect for little hands. We’ll spread pizza sauce and toppings onto a tortilla, roll it up, slice it, and bake until golden brown.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who loves appetizers

8. Dessert Pizza

Who says pizza can’t be sweet? We’ll use a sweet dough or a pre-made cookie crust and top it with fruit, chocolate, and other dessert toppings. It’s a fun twist on a classic dessert.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad with a sweet tooth

9. Mini Pizza Faces

Let the kids get creative and make mini pizzas that look like their favorite characters or animals. They can use toppings to create eyes, noses, mouths, and other features.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who loves silly and fun food

10. BBQ Chicken Pizza

This pizza is a flavor explosion! We’ll use BBQ sauce instead of traditional pizza sauce and top it with grilled chicken, red onion, cilantro, and plenty of cheese.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves BBQ

11. Hawaiian Pizza

This pizza is a classic for a reason! The combination of sweet pineapple and savory ham is always a crowd-pleaser. Kids can help arrange the pineapple rings on the pizza.

• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Best for: The dad who loves sweet and savory flavors

12. Veggie Pizza

This pizza is loaded with fresh vegetables, making it a healthy and delicious option. Kids can help choose their favorite veggies and arrange them on the pizza.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Easy
• Best for: The health-conscious dad

13. Pepperoni Pinwheel Pizza

This pizza is a fun twist on the classic pepperoni pizza. We’ll layer pepperoni and cheese on the dough, roll it up, slice it into pinwheels, and bake until golden brown.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves pepperoni

14. Taco Pizza

This pizza combines two family favorites: pizza and tacos! We’ll top the pizza dough with taco-seasoned meat, cheese, and all the classic taco toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves Mexican food

15. Pizza Skewers

These pizza skewers are a fun and interactive way to enjoy pizza. We’ll cut the pizza dough into small squares, bake them, and then thread them onto skewers with cheese, pepperoni, and vegetables.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who loves interactive food

16. “I Love Dad” Letter Pizzas

Spell out “I Love Dad” (or any other message) using pizza dough letters! Kids can help shape the letters and decorate them with their favorite toppings.

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves sentimental gestures

17. Pizza Nachos

Combine pizza and nachos for a fun and easy twist! Instead of tortilla chips, we’ll use small baked pizza crust pieces as the base and top them with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Beginner
• Best for: The dad who loves fusion food

18. Gourmet Mushroom and Truffle Oil Pizza

For a more sophisticated palate, try a gourmet mushroom pizza. We’ll use a flavorful blend of mushrooms, such as shiitake and cremini, and drizzle it with truffle oil after baking.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad with a refined taste

19. Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pizza

This pizza is for the dad who loves a kick! We’ll use buffalo sauce instead of traditional pizza sauce and top it with shredded chicken, blue cheese, and celery.

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves spicy food

20. Cheeseburger Pizza

This pizza combines two American classics: pizza and cheeseburgers! We’ll top the pizza dough with ground beef, cheddar cheese, pickles, onions, and a special burger sauce.

• Preparation Time: 25 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Serving Size: Varies
• Difficulty Level: Intermediate
• Best for: The dad who loves burgers

FAQ Section

Q: Can we use store-bought pizza dough?

A: Absolutely! Using store-bought dough can save time and make these recipes even easier.

Q: What if Dad has dietary restrictions?

A: You can easily adapt these recipes to fit different dietary needs. Use gluten-free crust, dairy-free cheese, or load up on veggies for a vegetarian option.

Q: What are some fun toppings for kids to use?

A: Some kid-friendly topping ideas include mini pepperoni, chopped vegetables, cooked ground beef, different colored cheeses, and olives.

Menu Planning Tips

• Pizza Party: “My Dad Rocks” Pizza, Mini Pizza Faces, Pizza Roll-Ups, Dessert Pizza
• For the Foodie Dad: Gourmet Mushroom and Truffle Oil Pizza, Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Cheeseburger Pizza, BBQ Chicken Pizza
• Kid-Friendly Feast: Father’s Day Face Pizza, Pizza Flowers for Dad, Pizza Boats, Pizza Skewers
• Healthy Options: Veggie Pizza, Pizza Boats, Salad

Last-Minute Options

• Use pre-made pizza crusts and let the kids add their favorite toppings.
• Make a simple cheese pizza and decorate it with pre-cut veggies.
• Order a pizza and add a few special touches at home, like arranging the toppings in a fun design.