Description
Arugula and prosciutto pizza with caramelized onions, ricotta, and balsamic glaze. A crispy homemade crust layered with creamy, salty, sweet, and peppery ingredients for a bold, gourmet flavor.
Ingredients
Homemade Pizza Dough (1x recipe)
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 cup ricotta cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 garlic clove, minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 to 4 slices prosciutto
1 cup baby arugula
2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Parmesan cheese, shaved
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 500°F. Place a 12-inch cast-iron skillet inside for 15 to 20 minutes.
2. In a separate skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium-low. Add sliced onions and cook for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized.
3. Stretch the dough into a 12-inch round. Remove preheated skillet from oven, drizzle with olive oil, and place dough inside.
4. Top with 3/4 cup ricotta. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until golden and crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, and a pinch of salt. Brush onto the pizza crust right after baking.
6. Top pizza with torn prosciutto, caramelized onions, arugula, and shaved Parmesan.
7. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve hot, sliced into 8 pieces.
Notes
Pizza dough can be prepared up to 12 hours in advance and refrigerated.
Caramelized onions can be made 2–3 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
To make it vegetarian, omit prosciutto and use roasted vegetables as a topping.
For a healthier option, use part-skim ricotta and swap in whole wheat flour for half the dough.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American