The Sweet Finale: Why Pizza Night Needs a Dessert Course (Recipe Inside!)

2025/12/09

The Sweet Finale: Why Pizza Night Needs a Dessert Course (Recipe Inside!)

You didn’t think I’d let you finish Pizza Night without dessert, did you?

If you’ve read my guide to hosting an elegant pizza night, you know I’m a huge believer that the board makes the meal. Usually, we talk about savory spreads—charcuterie, cheese, ribeyes. But today, I want to show you the sweeter side of Big Wood Boards.

We are making a Chocolate Hazelnut & Berry Dessert Pizza, and we are serving it on the Round Walnut Board.

Why Walnut? Because the deep, chocolate-brown tones of the wood complement the dessert perfectly. It creates a rich, moody aesthetic that looks incredibly sophisticated. Plus, the bright red strawberries and the dusting of white powdered sugar pop against the dark wood in a way that is absolutely Instagram-worthy.

The "Chef-Mode" Dessert Hack

The beauty of a dessert pizza is that it looks like you spent hours in a patisserie, but it actually takes about 10 minutes. It’s the perfect interactive end to a dinner party or a fun surprise for the kids on movie night.

The Ingredients:

  • The Base: 1 Pre-made Pizza Crust/dough, Naan Bread (if you have leftover dough from dinner, even better!)  
  • The "Sauce": ½ cup Chocolate Hazelnut Spread (warm it slightly for easy spreading)
  • The Fruit: Fresh strawberries (sliced), raspberries, or bananas.
  • The Garnish: Powdered sugar and fresh mint leaves.
  • The Crunch: Crushed pistachios or toasted hazelnuts (optional).

The Method:

  1. Prep the Crust: Brush your crust with a little melted butter and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. Bake it solo at 400°F for 5-7 minutes until it’s golden and crisp.
  2. The Spread: While the crust is still warm (but not piping hot), spread a generous layer of chocolate hazelnut spread edge-to-edge.
  3. The Toppings: Arrange your fruit artistically. This is where your inner stylist comes out!
  4. The Finale: Dust with powdered sugar right before serving for that "snowy" professional look.

Serving Style: The Walnut Canvas

Here is why I serve this directly on the board:

1. The Perfect Frame: Using a round board for a round pizza is visually satisfying. It mimics the plating you’d see at a high-end pizzeria.

2. The Contrast: Look at the photo. The dark Walnut wood creates a seamless, elegant look with the chocolate, while the powdered sugar stands out brightly against the dark grain. It looks warmer and more inviting than a cold ceramic plate.

3. Communal Eating: Dessert is better when it's shared. Placing the round board in the center of the coffee table or dining table invites everyone to reach in and grab a slice. It keeps the conversation going.


Get The Look

Ready to upgrade your dessert presentation? The board featured in this post can be customized, and there are a variety of examples on our website.