Save A tangy, creamy pizza topped with a rich crème fraîche sauce, mozzarella, and crunchy dill pickles. Perfect for adventurous pizza lovers seeking a unique flavor combination.
When I first tried pickle pizza, I was a little skeptical, but the contrast of the creamy sauce with the briny pickles made me a fan instantly. Now, it's a favorite when we want something out of the ordinary for pizza night.
Ingredients
- Dough: 1 ball (250 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Sauce: 150 g (about 2/3 cup) crème fraîche, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1 tsp fresh dill (finely chopped), 1/2 tsp lemon zest, salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Toppings: 200 g (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese, 80 g (about 1/2 cup) sliced dill pickles, 1 tbsp red onion (thinly sliced, optional), 1 tbsp fresh dill (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 250°C (480°F) or as high as it will go. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Prepare Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough to a 30 cm (12-inch) round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
- Mix Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Assemble Base:
- Spread the crème fraîche sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a 1 cm (1/2-inch) border.
- Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the sauce.
- Add Toppings:
- Arrange the sliced pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese.
- Bake:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Finish:
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
Save This recipe always gets my family talking. Seeing the kids' excitement when they help arrange pickles on the pizza is a little moment of joy we all share.
Required Tools
You will need an oven, baking sheet or pizza stone, mixing bowl, knife, and cutting board. A rolling pin makes shaping the dough easier but isn't essential.
Allergen Information
This recipe contains milk products and gluten. Please check all ingredient labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories: 370, Total Fat: 18 g, Carbohydrates: 37 g, Protein: 14 g.
Save Give this unique pizza a try for your next weeknight meal. The flavors will surprise and delight pickle fans and pizza lovers alike.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of pickles work best?
Sliced dill pickles offer the ideal tang and crunch, but bread-and-butter pickles can add a sweeter note if preferred.
- → Can I make the dough from scratch?
Absolutely. Homemade pizza dough brings a fresh touch, but store-bought is convenient and works just as well.
- → Is there a substitute for crème fraîche?
Sour cream works nicely, providing similar creaminess and tang in the sauce.
- → What cheese pairs with pickles?
Mozzarella is classic, but smoked gouda or provolone add extra flavor and richness.
- → How can I make this gluten-free?
Simply use gluten-free pizza dough to accommodate dietary needs without sacrificing flavor.
- → Which drinks match this dish?
Crisp lagers or sparkling water with lemon complement the tangy and creamy elements beautifully.