Pickle Crème Fraîche Pizza (Print View)

Tangy pickles and creamy sauce atop golden crust create a unique vegetarian pizza, ready in 35 minutes.

# 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, to taste
07 - 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

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 480°F or highest setting. Place pizza stone inside if using.
02 - On a lightly floured work surface, stretch or roll the dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth and well blended.
04 - Evenly spread the crème fraîche mixture over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion over the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unusual blend of creamy and tangy flavors
  • Quick to prepare for weeknight dinners
02 -
  • This pizza contains milk (crème fraîche and mozzarella) and gluten (unless using gluten-free dough)
  • Check ingredient labels for allergies or dietary restrictions
03 -
  • Try substituting crème fraîche with sour cream for a lighter sauce
  • Sprinkle chili flakes or drizzle hot sauce for extra tang after baking
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