Why Make This Recipe
Pizza is a beloved dish that can bring comfort and joy to any meal. Adding pumpkin to your pizza not only gives it a unique flavor but also packs in nutrients that are great for the fall season. This recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy the flavors of autumn while satisfying your pizza cravings.
How to Make Pumpkin Pizza
Ingredients:
- 1 ready-to-bake pizza dough
- 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 sweet onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 shallot, diced
- ½ tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups freshly grated havarti cheese
- 1 cup arugula
- Extra virgin olive oil
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and place a pizza stone inside to warm up if you have one.
- Cook half of the diced onions in olive oil over medium-low heat until they soften and smell good. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar halfway through and keep cooking until they turn translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, minced garlic, diced shallot, chopped thyme, and the remaining half of the onions. Mix in the parmesan cheese and season it all with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the pizza dough according to the package instructions and flatten it into a circular shape.
- Transfer the dough to the heated pizza stone. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly on top, add the caramelized onions and arugula, then sprinkle the grated Havarti cheese on top. If you like, add extra salt and pepper.
- Bake according to the dough package instructions, usually for about 10-12 minutes, or longer if you want a crispier pizza (up to 20-25 minutes).
- Enjoy your homemade pumpkin pizza!
How to Serve Pumpkin Pizza
This pumpkin pizza is best served hot from the oven. You can slice it into wedges and serve it with a side salad or your favorite dipping sauce. A sprinkle of extra thyme or a drizzle of olive oil on top can add an extra touch.
How to Store Pumpkin Pizza
If you have leftovers, let the pizza cool down completely before wrapping it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place it in the oven at 350°F until warmed through.
Tips to Make Pumpkin Pizza
- Make sure to spread the pumpkin mixture evenly for a balanced flavor in every bite.
- If you can’t find fresh thyme, dried thyme can work too; just use about a third of the amount.
- For additional flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon to the pumpkin mixture.
Variation
For a meatier pizza, you can add cooked sausage or bacon on top of the pumpkin mixture before baking. You can also experiment with different types of cheese such as mozzarella or goat cheese for a different taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I use canned pumpkin instead of fresh pumpkin?
A: Yes, canned pumpkin puree works perfectly and is convenient for this recipe.
Q: Is this pizza suitable for vegans?
A: You can make it vegan by using vegan cheese and ensuring the pizza dough is dairy-free.
Q: How spicy is this pumpkin pizza?
A: This recipe is not spicy. However, if you like spice, you can add red pepper flakes or spicy sausage for a kick!
Pumpkin Pizza
Ingredients
For the pizza base
- 1 piece ready-to-bake pizza dough
For the pumpkin topping
- 1.5 cups pumpkin puree Can use canned pumpkin for convenience.
- 1 piece sweet onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon sugar Used to caramelize the onions.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 piece shallot, diced
- 0.5 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped Can substitute with dried thyme.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cups freshly grated havarti cheese Feel free to experiment with other cheeses.
- 1 cup arugula
- to drizzle Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and place a pizza stone inside to warm up if you have one.
- Cook half of the diced onions in olive oil over medium-low heat until they soften and smell good. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar halfway through and keep cooking until they turn translucent.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, minced garlic, diced shallot, chopped thyme, and the remaining half of the onions. Mix in the parmesan cheese and season it all with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the pizza dough according to the package instructions and flatten it into a circular shape.
Baking
- Transfer the dough to the heated pizza stone. Spread the pumpkin mixture evenly on top, add the caramelized onions and arugula, then sprinkle the grated Havarti cheese on top. If you like, add extra salt and pepper.
- Bake according to the dough package instructions, usually for about 10-12 minutes, or longer if you want a crispier pizza (up to 20-25 minutes).
Serving
- Enjoy your homemade pumpkin pizza hot from the oven, sliced into wedges.