Burnt End Pizza | BBQ Flatbread Recipe with Leftover Brisket

Got leftover burnt ends? Don’t you dare microwave them into sadness.

We’re turning those smoky brisket nuggets into full-blown BBQ pizza greatness. Crispy flatbread crust. Granny’s BBQ sauce instead of red sauce. A mountain of melty cheese. Smoked bacon. Pickled jalapeños. And yes… burnt ends stacked like royalty on top.

This isn’t delivery. This is backyard domination.

🔥 Why This Burnt End Pizza Hits Different

• Sweet, smoky BBQ sauce instead of marinara
• Three-cheese melt situation
• Smoky bacon for backup vocals
• Tangy pickled onions + jalapeños for balance
• Works on pellet grill, gas grill, ceramic cooker, or oven

We used store-bought dough because Poppa believes in flavor efficiency. You want homemade dough? I salute you. You want to get this pizza in your mouth faster? I salute that too.

How to Make Burnt End Flatbread Pizza

1) Fire It Up

Preheat your grill or oven to 350°F. Pellet grill, gas grill, ceramic cooker, oven — this pizza respects all cooking platforms.

2) Prep the Dough

Roll or stretch your dough into flatbread-style crusts. Lightly spray both sides with avocado oil.

3) Sauce It Right

Spread Granny’s BBQ Sauce evenly over the crust. This is your base layer of sweet-smoky glory.

4) Cheese It Heavy

Layer mozzarella and quattro formaggi first. Add pepper jack for a little attitude.

5) Load the Good Stuff

Add red onions, bell peppers, bacon, and those glorious burnt ends.

6) Grill to Golden

Place directly on grill grates or pizza stone. Cook 15–20 minutes until cheese melts and crust turns golden brown.

7) Finish Strong

Drizzle more BBQ sauce over the top. Add pickled jalapeños and pickled onions. Slice. Accept applause.

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FAQ

Can I use leftover pulled pork instead of burnt ends?

Absolutely. Pulled pork works beautifully with Granny’s BBQ sauce.

Can I cook this in the oven?

Yes. Bake at 350°F on a pizza stone or baking sheet until cheese melts and crust is golden.

How do I get a crispier crust?

Preheat a pizza stone or cook directly on grill grates for more bottom heat.

Can I make this spicier?

Add more pickled jalapeños or a sprinkle of jalapeño seasoning before baking.

Burnt End BBQ Flatbread Pizza

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Category

BBQ Pizza, Leftovers, Pellet Grill Recipes

Cuisine

American BBQ Fusion

Servings

2-4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Calories

823

Turn leftover brisket burnt ends into a smoky, cheesy BBQ flatbread pizza. Made with Granny’s BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, melty cheeses, and tangy pickled toppings, this burnt end pizza recipe works on a pellet grill, gas grill, ceramic cooker, or oven. It’s the ultimate way to transform BBQ leftovers into backyard pizza perfection.

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Ingredients

• 1 package of pizza or flatbread dough (store-bought or homemade)

• 2–3 tbsp avocado oil or spray

• Granny’s BBQ Sauce (plus more for drizzling)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup Italian quattro formaggi (or any blend of 4 cheeses)

• 1/4 cup diced pepper jack cheese

• 1/2 cup leftover brisket burnt ends, chopped

• 2–3 slices smoked bacon, cooked and chopped

• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onions

• 1/4 cup sliced red bell peppers

• 2 tbsp pickled red onions

• 2 tbsp pickled jalapeños, chopped

Directions

1. Preheat grill or oven to 350°F.

2. Stretch dough into flatbread shapes.

3. Lightly oil both sides of dough.

4. Spread Granny’s BBQ sauce over crust.

5. Add mozzarella, quattro formaggi, and pepper jack.

6. Top with onions, peppers, bacon, and burnt ends.

7. Grill or bake 15–20 minutes until cheese melts and crust is golden.

8. Finish with BBQ drizzle and pickled toppings. Slice and serve hot.

Recipe Video

Recipe Note

• Preheat a pizza stone for crispier crust.
• Don’t overload with sauce or crust may soften.
• Add fresh cilantro after baking for brightness.
• Want heat? Sprinkle jalapeño seasoning before baking.

Nutrition

Nutrition

per serving

Calories

823

Amount/Serving % Daily Value

Carbs

15 grams

5%

Protein

32 grams

64%

Fat

69 grams

106%

Saturated Fat

25 grams

157%

Trans Fat

0 grams

293%

Cholesterol

155 milligrams

52%

Fiber

3 grams

11%

Sugar

9 grams

10%

Sodium

1672 milligrams

73%

Iron

1 milligrams

5%

Potassium

267 milligrams

8%