Pickle Pizza Creamy Dill Crust (Printer View)

Tangy pickles and creamy dill sauce create an adventurous, flavorful pie with gooey cheese and crisp crust.

# 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 and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 480°F or as high as possible. Position pizza stone in oven if using.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll dough to a 12-inch round and 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.
04 - Spread sauce evenly over pizza base, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the edge.
05 - Sprinkle mozzarella evenly over sauce. Arrange sliced pickles and red onion, if using, on top.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the crust is deep golden and cheese is bubbling.
07 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Unique flavor profile with tangy pickles and creamy sauce
  • Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes
02 -
  • This pizza contains milk/dairy and gluten.
  • Sour cream can substitute for crème fraîche if needed.
03 -
  • Add chili flakes or hot sauce on top after baking for extra tang.
  • Smoked gouda or provolone can be used for a twist on flavor.
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