Description
This Pickle Pie Pizza blends tangy pickles, gooey cheese, and crispy crust for a bold, delicious twist on classic pizza. Perfect for pickle lovers and adventurous eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter or ranch dressing
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Toppings:
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup dill pickles, sliced and patted dry
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
- Transfer dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone and brush with olive oil.
- Pre-bake for 5-7 minutes until slightly firm but not browned.
Step 2: Add the Sauce and Cheese
- Spread garlic butter or ranch evenly over the pre-baked crust.
- Sprinkle oregano and black pepper over the sauce.
- Add an even layer of mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
Step 3: Layer the Pickles and Bake
- Arrange pickle slices evenly across the pizza.
- Sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick (optional).
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and crust is golden brown.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
- Remove pizza from oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh dill for extra flavor.
- Slice and serve hot with optional dipping sauces like ranch or mustard aioli.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use pickles that are well-drained and patted dry.
- For a low-carb option, swap the crust for a cauliflower-based alternative.
- To reduce sodium, use low-sodium pickles and adjust cheese portions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving (1 Slice)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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