Apples On Your Pizza Recipe

ByFrancis Mead

I love to experiment with unconventional pizza toppings, so “Apples On Your Pizza” is one of my favorites. Using pre-made pizza dough makes this quick and easy, serving as a perfect canvas for sweet-and-savory flavor pairing.

This is a flavor profile that works really well with two medium apples, thinly sliced, that I use as the base. Their sweetness is really pronounced.

Of course, you can omit the cheese if you’d like, but you really should give goat cheese a try if you haven’t already. I use a bunk between the apples and the cheese of 1 cup of shredded mozzarella, and I think these flavors work really well together.

Chopped walnuts add such a nice crunch and heart-healthy omega-3 fats. Two tablespoons of olive oil, along with a dash of honey and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, make the ingredients used in this dish sing with delightfully sweet and earthy flavors.

A 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt balances those flavors just right, but you could certainly experiment with your favorite pizza seasonings. For an optional herbal note, you could add fresh thyme after baking.

This is a great way to enjoy familiar ingredients in a dish that is clearly pizza—and yet also clearly not pizza.

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Ingredients

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Apples are high in fiber.

They add natural sweetness, and they also contribute a touch of tartness.

Cheese from goats: has a creamy texture, gives a flavorful tang, and is a source of protein.

Olive Oil: Fats that are healthy for the heart, enrich flavor and texture.

Honey: Sweetens and complements cinnamon and apples.

Walnuts: A protein source that adds a crunchy texture and a rich supply of omega-3 fatty acids.

Ingredient Quantities

  • 1 pre-made pizza dough
  • 2 medium apples, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Fresh thyme leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Heat the oven to 450 °F (230 °C).

2. On a baking sheet or pizza stone, roll out the pizza dough, which has been prepared in advance.

3. Olive oil should be brushed on the dough, coating the surface entirely and evenly.

4. The dough should have arranged on it the apples sliced thinly, the crust leaving a small border.

5. Evenly sprinkle the apples with the shredded mozzarella cheese.

6. Crumble the goat cheese and place it atop the mozzarella.

7. Strew the chopped walnuts over the cheeses.

8. Pour honey in a slow, steady stream over the whole pizza, directing it toward the apple-topped areas.

9. Dust the toppings with ground cinnamon and kosher salt.

10. Place in the preheated oven and set the timer for 12-15 minutes. Watch for the moment when the crust turns golden brown and the cheese up top is bubbling.
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1. Take out of the oven and allow to cool a bit.
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2. If you are using fresh thyme, garnish with the thyme leaves, then slice and serve. Enjoy!

Equipment Needed

1. Stove
2. Pizza stone or baking sheet
3. Pin à pâtisserie
4. Brush de Pâtisserie
Rephrase: 5. Knife
A board on which food, especially meat, is cut.
7. Cups for measuring
8. Spoons used for measurement
9. Clock
10. Mitts oven
11. Knife or pizza cutter

FAQ

  • Q: Can I use a different type of cheese besides goat and mozzarella?You can substitute feta or blue cheese for goat cheese, but you’ll get a tangier flavor. If you do make this substitution, be sure to adjust the amount of mozzarella to suit your preference.
  • Q: How do I prevent the apples from making the pizza soggy?Thin and even applicator to the apples and pre-baking the dough engine may yield significantly better results.
  • Q: Can I use a different type of nut besides walnuts?B: Of course! Pecans or sliced almonds are excellent substitutes that pair well with apples.
  • Q: Is there a substitution for olive oil if I don’t have any?Melted butter or a neutral vegetable oil can be used, but they may slightly alter the flavor profile.
  • Q: How do I store leftover Apple Pizza?Store leftover slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven or toaster oven for best results.
  • Q: Can I make this recipe gluten-free?The recipe can be adapted to be gluten-free by using a gluten-free pizza crust.

Substitutions and Variations

You can substitute pears or figs for the apples in order to achieve a different flavor profile.
If you want a similar melting texture to mozzarella cheese, use fontina or provolone instead.
Substitute feta cheese for goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
Replace walnuts with pecans or almonds for a subtly different flavor.
Instead of using honey, you can use maple syrup for a flavor that is richer and a little more complex.