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Cpk Tostada Pizza Recipe

CPK Tostada Pizza Recipe

This CPK Tostada Pizza Recipe recreates the bold, fresh, and crispy California Pizza Kitchen favorite at home. It features a baked tortilla or pizza crust layered with black bean spread, cheese, crisp lettuce, tortilla strips, and creamy dressing—perfect for Tex-Mex pizza lovers. 👤 Author Use Default 🍽 Servings 4 people 💲 Estimated Cost $5 ⏱ Times Prep Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 15 minutes Cook Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 10 minutes Resting Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 5 minutes Total Time: 0 days, 0 hours, 30 minutes 📂 Categories Pizza Tex-Mex Copycat Recipes 🍴 Courses Main Course Appetizer 🌍 Cuisines American Mexican-Inspired 🔑 Keywords cpk tostada pizza, copycat cpk pizza, tostada pizza recipe, tex-mex pizza
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large pre-baked pizza crust or tortilla crust
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup black bean spread or refried black beans, warmed
  • Toppings after baking:
  • 2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup tortilla strips or crushed tortilla chips
  • 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives optional
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing or cilantro-lime dressing
  • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro optional

Equipment

  • 1 Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Small saucepan
  • 1 Spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare Base: Spread the black bean mixture evenly over the crust. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  3. Bake: Bake in the oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  4. Cool Slightly: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes to cool slightly.
  5. Add Fresh Toppings: Top with shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, olives, tortilla strips, and cilantro.
  6. Drizzle Dressing: Drizzle ranch or cilantro-lime dressing over the top.
  7. Serve: Slice and serve immediately while warm and fresh!
  8. 🔢 Nutrition (Per Serving - Estimated)
  9. Calories: 420 kcal
  10. Carbohydrates: 32g
  11. Protein: 16g
  12. Fat: 24g
  13. Fiber: 6g
  14. Sugar: 3g

Notes

For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños or drizzle with chipotle sauce.
You can use homemade pizza dough, flatbread, or a store-bought crust.