Description

These Pear Gorgonzola Pickled Walnut Pizzettes are delightful mini pizzas featuring a crisp crust topped with sweet ripe pear slices, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, and tart pickled walnuts. Enhanced with fresh thyme and a drizzle of honey, they create a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Ideal as an elegant appetizer or light snack, these pizzettes are quick to prepare and bake to golden perfection in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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Pizza Dough

8.8 oz pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

Toppings

1 large ripe pear, thinly sliced
3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
6 pickled walnuts, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon honey, optional for drizzling
Fresh arugula leaves, optional

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Instructions

Prepare oven and baking surface: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Shape dough rounds: Roll out the pizza dough to about 0.2 inch thickness. Using a 2.75 inch round cutter, cut out 12 circles and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking tray.
Oil the base: Lightly brush each dough circle with olive oil to help create a golden crust and prevent sogginess from toppings.
Assemble toppings: Arrange thin slices of ripe pear over each dough round. Sprinkle crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and sliced pickled walnuts on top. Then, scatter fresh thyme leaves and add freshly ground black pepper to taste for an herby finish.
Bake pizzettes: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Finish and serve: Remove from the oven and optionally drizzle with honey for a touch of sweetness. Top with fresh arugula leaves for a peppery contrast if desired. Serve these pizzettes warm as a delicious appetizer or snack.

Notes

You can prepare the pizza dough in advance or use your favorite store-bought dough for convenience.
Pickled walnuts add a unique tangy crunch; if unavailable, candied walnuts can be substituted for a sweeter flavor.
The honey drizzle is optional but enhances the balance of flavors wonderfully.
Fresh thyme can be replaced with rosemary or basil according to your preference.
To ensure even baking, make sure pizzettes are spaced out on the baking tray.
These pizzettes are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheated.