Pickle Pizza Dill Crème Fraîche (Printable Version)
A crispy crust topped with crème fraîche, mozzarella, and zesty dill pickles, finished with fresh dill herbs.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (8.8 oz) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
02 - 5.3 oz (about 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 - 7 oz (2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 2.8 oz (about 1/2 cup) sliced dill pickles
10 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 480°F (250°C) or maximum temperature available. Position pizza stone inside if using.
02 - On a lightly floured work surface, stretch or roll pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer to parchment paper-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Spread crème fraîche mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
05 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
08 - Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Unique flavor pairing of pickles and cheese
- Quick and easy to make for pizza night
02 -
- Crème fraîche can be swapped for sour cream if needed
- Always check for allergens in pizza dough and cheese if required
03 -
- Add smoked gouda or provolone for extra flavor
- Pair with a crisp lager or sparkling water with lemon