Rustic Flatbread Pizza

🕒 Prep: 15 min
🔥 Cook: 12 min
🍽 Serves: 4
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This Rustic Flatbread Pizza is a delightful twist on your traditional pie, featuring a medley of sweet and savory toppings that excite the palate. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or simply craving something gourmet at home, this recipe offers an easy yet impressive dish.

Ingredients for Rustic Flatbread Pizza

Pizza dough forms the base of your flatbread, providing a chewy and crispy texture when cooked at high heat. Olive oil adds richness and helps the crust brown beautifully. Red onion, when caramelized, offers a subtle sweetness that complements the other flavors. Fig preserves are the secret ingredient, adding a sweet, fruity layer that pairs perfectly with the savory toppings. Prosciutto contributes a salty, umami depth, while goat cheese brings a creamy, tangy finish. Fresh arugula adds a peppery freshness, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze ties everything together with a tangy sweetness.

Tips & Tricks

  • For a super-crispy crust, preheat your pizza stone for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • Use a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal to easily transfer the dough to the stone.
  • If your dough is sticking, use more flour on your work surface.
  • Caramelize onions slowly; rushing them will result in burnt bits rather than sweet, golden layers.
  • Feel free to substitute arugula with spinach or mixed greens if preferred.

Serving Suggestions

This pizza pairs wonderfully with a light, crisp white wine like a Sauvignon Blanc or a dry Rosé. For a fuller meal, serve alongside a simple mixed green salad with a lemon vinaigrette. If you're feeling indulgent, a dollop of creamy burrata on top elevates it to another level.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use store-bought dough?
Absolutely! Store-bought dough is a great time-saver and works perfectly for this recipe.
Can I make this gluten-free?
Yes, just substitute the pizza dough with a gluten-free version available at most grocery stores.
What if I don’t have a pizza stone?
No worries! A regular baking sheet will work; just preheat it to achieve a crispy crust.

Rustic Flatbread Pizza Recipe Walkthrough

First, preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or a baking sheet inside to heat up; this ensures a crispy crust. While that's happening, take your pizza dough and stretch it out on a floured surface. Don't worry about making it perfectly round; its rustic charm comes from its irregular shape.

Brush the stretched dough with olive oil generously. Carefully transfer it onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet. This step can be a bit tricky, but using a bit of flour on your hands helps.

In a skillet, heat a little olive oil over medium heat and toss in the red onion. Sauté until they're beautifully caramelized—this should take about 10 minutes, so be patient.

Once the onions are ready, spread the fig preserves over the flatbread base. Layer the caramelized onions on top, followed by slices of prosciutto and crumbled goat cheese. Place your creation in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.

Remove the flatbread from the oven and immediately top with fresh arugula. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and finish with a generous drizzle of balsamic glaze before slicing and serving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • Combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors in every bite.
  • Quick to prepare with minimal ingredients.
  • Perfect for both a casual meal or an elegant appetizer.
  • Customizable with various toppings to suit your taste.
  • Great way to use up leftover ingredients like prosciutto or goat cheese.

Ingredients

1 pound pizza dough
2 tbsp olive oil
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fig preserves
4 oz prosciutto, thinly sliced
4 oz crumbled goat cheese
2 cups arugula
Salt and pepper to taste
Balsamic glaze for drizzling

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
2. Stretch the pizza dough into a rustic shape on a floured surface.
3. Brush the dough with olive oil and transfer it to the hot pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the red onion in a bit of olive oil until caramelized, about 10 minutes.
5. Spread the fig preserves over the flatbread, then layer with caramelized onions, prosciutto, and goat cheese.
6. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crispy.
7. Remove from the oven, top with fresh arugula, and season with salt and pepper.
8. Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

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