5 Ingredient Pumpkin and Gouda Pizza Recipe
This 5 Ingredient Pumpkin and Gouda Pizza combines the rich, creamy sweetness of pumpkin puree with the smoky, mild taste of freshly grated gouda cheese. Caramelized onions and garlic add depth and savoriness, while a touch of crushed red pepper flakes gives a subtle kick. Perfectly crisped on a pizza stone in a hot oven, this unique pizza offers a delightful autumn-inspired twist on the classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 large (or 2 small-medium) yellow onion, peeled and sliced
- 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
- 16 oz. fresh pizza dough, room temperature (or gluten free frozen pizza dough)
- 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 5 oz. freshly grated gouda cheese (about 1 1/4 cups)
Optional Garnish
- Finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes until they start to soften. Reduce heat to low and continue to cook, stirring every few minutes to prevent burning, until onions turn a blonde color, about 20 to 30 minutes. During the final 5 minutes, stir in minced garlic, kosher salt, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. The slow caramelization process develops deep, sweet onion flavors.
- Prepare Pizza Dough: Place an oven rack in the center-top position and preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet on the rack to preheat as well. On a flour-coated work surface, sprinkle more flour and stretch or roll out the dough into a 12 to 14 inch round shape. Transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper and pierce it a few times with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.
- Assemble and Bake: Evenly spread the pumpkin puree over the stretched dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border at the edges. Scatter the caramelized onion and garlic mixture evenly on top of the pumpkin layer. Sprinkle freshly grated gouda cheese evenly over everything. Transfer the parchment paper with the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until the crust bottom is crisp and the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and if desired, garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Slice the pizza into 8 pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- Caramelizing onions is a slow process but highly recommended to develop sweetness and flavor.
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crisp crust but a baking sheet can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to preferred spice level or omit if desired.
- Gluten free pizza dough can be used to make this recipe gluten free.
- Make sure dough is at room temperature for easier stretching.
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