Pickle Pizza Crème Fraîche Flavor (Print View)
Savor creamy mozzarella pizza with dill pickles and fresh herbs for a bold, tangy experience.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (8.8 oz) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
02 - 150 g (about 2/3 cup) crème fraîche
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 tsp fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 tsp lemon zest
06 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
07 - 200 g (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 80 g (about 1/2 cup) sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F or the highest setting available. Position pizza stone in oven if using.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch pizza dough to a 12-inch round. Transfer onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and integrated.
04 - Spread sauce evenly over pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
05 - Scatter shredded mozzarella uniformly on top of the sauce.
06 - Distribute sliced pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the crust turns golden and the cheese bubbles.
08 - Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve promptly.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Distinctive, bold flavors from dill pickles and creamy sauce
- Quick preparation for an easy vegetarian meal
02 -
- This pizza contains dairy and gluten based on standard ingredients
- Crème fraîche can be substituted with sour cream for similar results
03 -
- Add a drizzle of hot sauce or sprinkle chili flakes after baking for extra tang
- Swap in smoked gouda or provolone for a flavor twist