Pickle Pizza Crème Fraîche Dill (Printable Version)
A crunchy, creamy pizza combining dill pickles, mozzarella, and zesty sauce for bold, unforgettable flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (8.8 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 and black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
07 - 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
08 - 1/2 cup dill pickles, sliced
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F (250°C) or the highest temperature available. Position a pizza stone inside the oven if using.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
04 - Spread crème fraîche sauce evenly over the pizza base, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) atop the cheese layer.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until crust turns golden and cheese bubbles.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve promptly.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Unique flavor with creamy, tangy sauce and crunchy pickles
- Quick and easy to make for weeknight dinners
02 -
- This pizza contains dairy and gluten: check labels if you have allergies.
- Substitute crème fraîche with sour cream for a different tangy base.
03 -
- For extra tang, add a drizzle of hot sauce or chili flakes after baking.
- Try smoked gouda or provolone along with mozzarella for a flavor twist.