Pickle Pizza Crème Fraîche (Print version)
Tangy pickle pizza with creamy sauce, mozzarella, and dill pickles for a bold and unique bite.
# What You Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (about 8.8 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, to taste
07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
08 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
10 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F or as high as possible. If using a pizza stone, position the stone while preheating.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until homogeneous.
04 - Evenly spread the crème fraîche mixture over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella cheese atop the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) on top of the mozzarella.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
08 - Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve while hot.
# Expert tips:
01 -
- Unique tangy flavor from dill pickles and crème fraîche
- Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes
02 -
- Contains dairy and gluten ingredients
- Best enjoyed freshly baked for optimal texture
03 -
- Substitute crème fraîche with sour cream for convenience
- Add smoked gouda or provolone for a flavor twist