Pickle Pizza Crème Fraîche (Printable)
Tangy pizza with creamy sauce, mozzarella, and dill pickles for a unique flavor experience.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (about 9 oz) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
02 - 2/3 cup crème fraîche
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# Method:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F or to the highest setting available. If using a pizza stone, position it in the oven before heating.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until fully incorporated.
04 - Evenly distribute the crème fraîche sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border uncovered.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese uniformly over the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion, if using, across the surface of the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and cheese bubbles.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice into portions, and serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Bold, unique flavor with creamy sauce and tangy pickles
- Quick to prepare and easy for weeknight dinners
02 -
- This recipe contains dairy and gluten unless using alternatives
- Check ingredient labels if you have food allergies
03 -
- Try smoked gouda or provolone for a fun twist on flavor
- Add a drizzle of hot sauce or sprinkle of chili flakes after baking for extra tang