Pickle Pie Pizza
Pickle pie pizza is a fun and bold dish that combines the savory goodness of classic pizza with the tangy crunch of dill pickles. This pizza offers a perfect balance of flavors, making it a must-try for pickle lovers and anyone looking to experiment with unique pizza toppings. With the right ingredients and techniques, you can craft your own pickle pie pizza at home and enjoy a creative and delicious twist on traditional pizza.
Equipment
- Oven
- Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
- Pizza Cutter
- Rolling Pin (if making homemade dough)
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup dill pickles sliced (or your choice of pickles: bread and butter, spicy pickles)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup red onions thinly sliced (for added flavor)
- Fresh basil chopped
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
- 1/2 cup cream
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp dill or oregano optional
- 1 tsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano or basil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it reaches your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Make Sauce (Optional): Prepare either a white sauce or garlic sauce. For white sauce, combine cream, Parmesan, dill/oregano, and lemon juice. For garlic sauce, heat olive oil, add minced garlic, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread your sauce evenly over the dough. Layer on the sliced pickles, followed by shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional Toppings: Add fresh basil, red onions, or drizzle balsamic glaze for extra flavor.
- Serve: Slice and serve hot, and enjoy the tangy twist of pickle pie pizza!
Notes
Pickle Variety: Dill pickles are traditional, but experimenting with bread and butter or spicy pickles can give a unique flavor to the pizza.
Cheese Options: Mozzarella works great, but cheddar, provolone, or feta can also be used for different flavor profiles.
Moisture Control: Pat dry the pickle slices to prevent the pizza dough from getting soggy. Firm pickles like dill hold up better during baking.
Serving Suggestions: Pair with a crisp lager, lemonade, or a dry white wine. Sides like coleslaw or garlic-roasted veggies complement the pizza perfectly.
Cheese Options: Mozzarella works great, but cheddar, provolone, or feta can also be used for different flavor profiles.
Moisture Control: Pat dry the pickle slices to prevent the pizza dough from getting soggy. Firm pickles like dill hold up better during baking.
Serving Suggestions: Pair with a crisp lager, lemonade, or a dry white wine. Sides like coleslaw or garlic-roasted veggies complement the pizza perfectly.