Crispy dough, creamy sauce, gooey cheese, and tangy pickles unite for a flavorful, modern main dish.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (9 oz) pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
02 - 2/3 cup crème fraîche
03 - 1 clove garlic, minced
04 - 1 teaspoon fresh dill, finely chopped
05 - 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
06 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Toppings
07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup sliced dill pickles
09 - 1 tablespoon red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Set oven to 480°F (250°C) or maximum temperature. Position pizza stone in oven while preheating if using.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll pizza dough to a 12-inch round. Place onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, garlic, dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
04 - Spread the crème fraîche mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce layer.
06 - Arrange sliced dill pickles and red onion (if using) over the cheese layer.
07 - Transfer pizza to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted and bubbled.
08 - Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
