Bold pizza layers crème fraîche, mozzarella, and crunchy pickles for a tangy, creamy bite. Simple and fast to prepare.
# Components:
→ Dough
01 - 1 ball (8.8 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 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 - Preheat oven to 480°F (250°C) or the highest possible temperature. If using a pizza stone, position it in the oven during preheating.
02 - On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll pizza dough to a 12-inch round. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza peel.
03 - Combine crème fraîche, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
04 - Evenly spread the prepared sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
05 - Distribute shredded mozzarella evenly across the sauce.
06 - Place sliced dill pickles and red onion on top of the cheese.
07 - Bake for 12–15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh dill, slice, and serve immediately.
