Sweet and Spicy Pear Prosciutto White Pizza Recipe

This white pizza is a delightful combination of sweet, salty and spicy flavors. Creamy ricotta and mozzarella form the base, topped with fresh pear slices that caramelize in the oven. After baking, drizzle with peach jam, add salty prosciutto and sprinkle with chili flakes for a kick.

Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal, this pizza comes together easily with store-bought dough. The contrast of warm melted cheese, juicy pear and crispy prosciutto is irresistible.

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Ingredients

1 unit Peach JamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit PearView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 ounce Ricotta CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Dried ThymeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Mozzarella CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Pizza DoughView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 ounce ProsciuttoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Chili FlakesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon FlourView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2.5 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position (top and middle positions for 4 servings) and preheat oven to 475°F. Wash and dry produce. Sprinkle 1 TBSP flour (2 TBSP for 4) over a clean work surface. Remove pizza dough from packaging and place on floured surface. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
2. While dough rests, halve pear and remove core; cut pear into ½-inch wedges. In a small bowl, toss pear wedges with a small drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt.
3. Once dough has rested 20 minutes, line a baking sheet (two baking sheets for 4 servings) with parchment paper. Carefully press and stretch each dough ball into a rough oval shape and place on one side of prepared sheet (you’ll have two dough ovals per sheet). Cover dough with a clean kitchen towel and let rest 15 minutes.
4. While dough rests, in a medium bowl, combine mozzarella, ricotta, a pinch of thyme (large pinch for 4 servings), salt and pepper. Once dough has rested 15 minutes, lightly flour hands. Press and stretch dough on baking sheet into larger oval shapes, about 10 inches long and 5-6 inches wide. Evenly spread dough with cheese mixture and top with pear wedges. Drizzle or brush edges of dough with olive oil.
5. Bake pizzas on top rack until crusts are golden brown and crisp, 10-14 minutes. (For 4 servings, bake on top and middle racks, swapping rack positions halfway through.)
6. Drizzle pizzas with jam; top with prosciutto and as many chili flakes as you like. Slice pizzas as desired. Divide between plates and serve.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different fruit instead of pear?

Yes, apple or peach slices work well as substitutes.

Is there a substitute for prosciutto?

You can use cooked bacon or ham for a similar salty flavor.

How do I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispness.