Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Pizza Recipe
Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Pizza offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors with creamy goat cheese, rich caramelized onions, fresh thyme, and peppery arugula atop a crispy pizza crust. This gourmet pizza is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, delivering luxurious taste with simple, fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Olive oil for drizzling
Caramelized Onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Cheese and Toppings
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Fresh arugula, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Prepare a pizza stone or baking sheet for baking to ensure a crisp crust.
- Caramelize Onions: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add thinly sliced onions, sugar, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for 20-25 minutes until onions are soft, golden, and caramelized.
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer it to your prepared pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread a thin layer of olive oil over the dough. Evenly distribute the caramelized onions on top, then sprinkle crumbled goat cheese, shredded mozzarella, and fresh thyme leaves. Drizzle balsamic vinegar and honey over the toppings if using. Season with freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Bake: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese bubbles and lightly browns.
- Add Final Touches: Remove the pizza from the oven and top it with fresh arugula and a light drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve: Slice the pizza and enjoy warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular pizza dough with gluten-free dough.
- Caramelizing onions slowly is key for deep flavor; avoid high heat to prevent burning.
- Honey is optional, but it enhances the sweet and tangy balance with balsamic vinegar.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted with rosemary or oregano for a different herb flavor.
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but a baking sheet works well too.
- Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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