Easter Pizza Rustica
This traditional Easter Pizza Rustica is packed with prosciutto, salami, pepperoni, ricotta, hard-boiled eggs, and melty cheeses. Wrapped in a rustic, tender crust, it’s a stunning centerpiece for your spring table—or any time you crave bold Italian flavors.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 4 beaten eggs
- 1 15 oz ricotta (or half basket cheese)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp fresh basil
- 1 cup prosciutto
- 2 cups Genoa salami
- ½ cup capicola
- 6 hard-boiled eggs sliced
- 1 cup pepperoni
- 1 cup soppressata
- 1 cup shredded provolone + mozzarella
- 3 tbsp Pecorino Romano
- Optional: ½ tsp cayenne
For the Dough
- 2 cups flour
- ¼ cup milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup vegetable/canola/olive oil
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 egg for brushing top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease and line a springform pan with parchment.
- Mix crust ingredients into dough. Divide in half. Roll bottom crust and fit into pan.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta, eggs, pecorino, garlic, and basil.
- Layer meats and cheeses into crust, brushing layers with egg as you go.
- Top with remaining dough, crimp edges, brush with egg wash.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes or until golden. Cool before slicing.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/easter-pizza-rustica/
Notes
- For easier slicing, refrigerate after cooling and reheat slices individually.
- You can customize with your favorite deli meats or omit any you don’t prefer.