Imagine a pizza that transforms an ordinary meal into a culinary adventure - where sweet fig jam meets salty prosciutto in a dance of flavors that will make your taste buds sing! This isn't just another pizza recipe; it's a restaurant-quality experience you can create right in your own kitchen. Get ready to impress your guests and elevate your home cooking with a sophisticated Italian-inspired pizza that looks like it came straight from a high-end pizzeria.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 pizzas
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 1 cup fig jam
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 oz prosciutto, sliced
- 1/4 cup arugula
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C), ensuring you have a pizza stone or large baking sheet inside to heat up for at least 30 minutes. This will help create a crispy pizza crust.
- Remove pizza dough from refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for 20 minutes to make it easier to stretch and shape.
- On a lightly floured surface, gently stretch the pizza dough into a thin, round shape approximately 12-14 inches in diameter. Use your fingers to create a slightly thicker edge for the crust.
- Transfer the stretched dough onto a piece of parchment paper or a well-floured pizza peel to make transferring easier.
- Spread fig jam evenly across the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Arrange fresh mozzarella slices uniformly over the fig jam, ensuring even coverage.
- Carefully slide the pizza (with parchment paper if using) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and slightly bubbling.
- Remove pizza from oven and immediately drape prosciutto slices over the hot surface.
- Garnish with fresh arugula leaves for a peppery contrast.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze in a zigzag pattern across the pizza for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Allow pizza to cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice and serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Tips
- Temperature is key: A scorching hot oven (475°F) and preheated pizza stone ensure a crispy, restaurant-style crust.
- Let your dough rest: Allowing pizza dough to come to room temperature makes it easier to stretch and prevents tearing.
- Less is more with toppings: Don't overload your pizza to maintain a crisp base and balanced flavor profile.
- Fresh ingredients matter: Use high-quality prosciutto and fresh mozzarella for the best taste.
- The balsamic glaze drizzle is your secret weapon - it adds a gourmet touch that elevates the entire dish.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 20g
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 40mg
