Pickle Pizza Crème Fraîche Dill (Print)
Creamy pizza topped with mozzarella, dill pickles, and a vibrant dill crème fraîche sauce for a unique flavor.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (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
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 480°F or the highest setting available. If using a pizza stone, position it in the oven while heating.
02 - On a lightly floured work surface, stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - In a small mixing bowl, combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly blended.
04 - Spread the crème fraîche sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese.
07 - Bake in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and the cheese is bubbling.
08 - Remove pizza from the oven. Garnish with fresh dill, cut into slices, and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Unique tangy flavor with creamy and crunchy toppings
- Easy and quick to prepare at home
02 -
- Contains milk/dairy (crème fraîche, mozzarella), and gluten (pizza dough unless using gluten-free)
- For extra tang, drizzle with hot sauce or add chili flakes after baking
03 -
- Substitute crème fraîche with sour cream if needed
- Try smoked gouda or provolone cheese for a flavor twist