Tangy Dill Pickle Pizza (Print Version)

Crispy dough topped with creamy garlic sauce, melty mozzarella, and tangy dill pickles for an unexpected flavor sensation.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

→ Sauce & Cheese

02 - ½ cup creamy garlic sauce or ranch dressing
03 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

→ Toppings

04 - 1 ½ cups dill pickles, thinly sliced (about 6-8 medium dill spears)
05 - ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped

→ Optional Garnishes

06 - ¼ cup crispy fried onions or bacon bits
07 - Red pepper flakes, for sprinkling

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). If using a pizza stone or baking steel, place it in the oven while preheating. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape.
02 - Spread the creamy garlic sauce or ranch dressing evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a ½-inch border for the crust.
03 - Sprinkle about half of the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
04 - Arrange the thinly sliced dill pickles in a single layer over the cheese. Don't overcrowd the pizza; ensure pickles are distributed for flavor in each slice.
05 - Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the pickles.
06 - Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh dill. If desired, top with crispy fried onions or bacon bits and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
08 - Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing and serving immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple ingredients most pickle lovers already have
  • Perfect balance of tangy and creamy flavors
  • Endlessly customizable with different toppings
02 -
  • High in flavor yet surprisingly balanced nobody expects pickles to work this well on pizza
  • Makes an excellent conversation starter for parties or gatherings
  • Can be prepared partially ahead of time for quick assembly before guests arrive
03 -
  • Always drain and pat pickles dry before placing them on pizza to prevent soggy results
  • For extra crispy crust brush the edge with olive oil mixed with a pinch of garlic powder before baking
  • Let the pizza rest on a cooling rack for 1 minute after baking to prevent the bottom from becoming steamy and soft

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