Balsamic Pear Pizza
- PREP 15min
- COOK 20min
- TOTAL 35min
I love this sweet and savory pear pizza with mozzarella, onions, and our homemade balsamic glaze. The balsamic syrup adds a pop of flavor and acid.
You Will Need
1 recipe homemade pizza dough or 12 ounces store-bought pizza dough
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 pear
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup (113g) shredded mozzarella cheese, 4 ounces
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Directions
1Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Spray a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
2Form the pizza dough into a 15-inch by 10-inch rectangle (it doesn’t have to be exact, just close). Place the dough on a baking sheet and bake for 8 minutes.
3Meanwhile, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the sliced onions, thyme, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 5 minutes or until the onions are translucent and begin to brown around the edges.
4Core and thinly slice the pear. Sprinkle the lemon juice over the cut pear and toss.
5Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the baked pizza crust, then scatter the onions, mozzarella cheese, pear slices, and pecan halves on top.
6Bake the pizza for 6 to 10 minutes until the cheese has melted and starts to bubble.
7While the pizza bakes, add the balsamic vinegar and brown sugar to a small saucepan over medium heat, then bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until thickened to the consistency of a thin syrup.
8Drizzle the balsamic syrup over the baked pear pizza and serve.
Adam and Joanne's Tips
- Balsamic glaze: Depending on where you shop, you may be able to find a balsamic glaze. If you have this, there is no need to make the balsamic and brown sugar syrup.
- The nutrition facts provided below are estimates.