Pickle Pie Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
Garlic-Dill Sauce
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Pizza
- 2 balls pizza dough, homemade or store-bought, at room temperature
- All-purpose flour, for dusting the countertop
- Cornmeal, to dust the peel or baking sheet
- ¾ cup garlic-dill sauce, divided
- 2 cups jarred dill pickle slices, patted dry, divided
- 2 cups shredded whole-milk low-moisture mozzarella cheese, divided
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, divided
- 1 teaspoon dried dill, divided
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Start with your preferred pizza dough. You can use store-bought dough for convenience or make your own from scratch. Roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness, ensuring an even layer for an optimal crust.
- Layer the Sauce and Cheese: Spread a light layer of your preferred pizza sauce over the dough. If you want to experiment, try a mustard-based sauce for an extra tangy twist. Next, layer the cheese, start with mozzarella for a gooey foundation and add any other cheese varieties you prefer for added flavor.
- Add the Pickles and Toppings: Layer your pickles over the cheese, making sure they’re evenly spaced so each slice gets a perfect bite. Add any additional toppings such as bacon, onions, or olives. Be mindful not to overcrowd the pizza, as the pickles should remain the focal point.
- Bake the Pizza: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake the pizza on a pizza stone or baking sheet for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling. For extra crispness, place the pizza on the lowest rack in the oven.
- Finishing Touches: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and add fresh herbs or a drizzle of mustard if desired. Let Allow the pizza to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Pickle Preparation:
Be sure to pat the jarred dill pickle slices dry before adding them to the pizza to avoid excess moisture and keep the crust crisp. Crispy Crust Tip:
For a crispier crust, place your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats. This ensures the dough cooks immediately when placed, helping to achieve a golden, crispy bottom.
Be sure to pat the jarred dill pickle slices dry before adding them to the pizza to avoid excess moisture and keep the crust crisp. Crispy Crust Tip:
For a crispier crust, place your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven while it preheats. This ensures the dough cooks immediately when placed, helping to achieve a golden, crispy bottom.