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An overhead shot of a freshly baked pickle pizza, sliced into eight pieces, surrounded by whole and sliced pickles and fresh dill.
Maryam

Tangy Dill Pickle Pizza

This unconventional yet incredibly delicious pizza features a creamy ranch base, melty mozzarella, and a generous topping of zesty dill pickles, baked to golden perfection. It's a flavor explosion that pickle lovers won't be able to resist!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza
  • 1 package store-bought pizza dough 12-14 oz, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing a thick, creamy style is best
  • 1 cup shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese optional, adds extra flavor
  • 1 cup dill pickles thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick) and patted very dry
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced, optional
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing the crust

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet or Pizza Stone
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Oven or Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
  2. Pat the sliced dill pickles thoroughly with paper towels to remove as much moisture as possible. This is a crucial step to prevent a soggy pizza.
  3. On a lightly floured surface or a piece of parchment paper, stretch or roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape (about 12 inches in diameter).
Assembly
  1. Brush the outer edge of the dough with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder.
  2. Spread the ranch dressing evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and provolone cheeses evenly over the ranch.
  4. Arrange the dried pickle slices over the cheese. If using, scatter the thinly sliced red onion on top.
Baking
  1. Carefully transfer the pizza (on the parchment paper, if using) to the preheated baking sheet or pizza stone.
  2. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This helps the cheese set and makes slicing easier.
  2. Garnish with fresh chopped dill, slice, and serve immediately.

Notes

The key to a great pickle pizza is dry pickles to avoid a soggy crust. Don't skip the pat-drying step! For an even tangier experience, you can drizzle a small amount of pickle juice over the pizza after baking. If you prefer a bit of heat, add some red pepper flakes along with the fresh dill garnish.