Description

This Brussels, Caramelized Onion, and Pistachio Pizza is a gourmet homemade pizza that layers sweet caramelized onions, earthy Brussels sprouts, sharp white cheddar, and crunchy pistachios over a golden crust. Perfectly balancing sweet, savory, and nutty flavors, this pizza is an impressive yet comforting dish for weeknight dinners, entertaining, or holiday meals.

Ingredients

1 cup warm water

3 teaspoons active dry yeast

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for kneading

1 teaspoon salt

Flour and coarse cornmeal, for dusting

3 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced

Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste

1 pound Brussels sprouts, stems removed and thinly sliced

1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing dough)

1 cup freshly grated sharp white cheddar cheese

½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

¼ cup chopped roasted pistachios

Fresh herbs like parsley or basil, for topping (optional)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, honey, and olive oil. Stir and let sit for about 10 minutes until foamy. Add flour and salt, mixing until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface with about ½ cup flour until smooth.
Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
Meanwhile, caramelize the onions: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions, salt, and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes, then reduce heat and cook another 20–25 minutes, stirring often, until golden. Remove from skillet.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add Brussels sprouts with salt and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until softened and bright green.
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Punch down risen dough and roll or press into a 10×15-inch baking sheet dusted with flour or cornmeal.
Brush dough with olive oil. Sprinkle half the cheddar, then layer caramelized onions, Brussels sprouts, remaining cheddar, parmesan, and pistachios.
Bake for 15–20 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly. Remove from oven and cool slightly.
Top with fresh herbs and extra parmesan if desired. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Dough can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated; bring to room temperature before using.
Store-bought pizza dough works as a shortcut.
Caramelized onions can be made up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated.
Try mozzarella, Gruyère, or fontina as a cheese substitute.
Add crispy pancetta or bacon for a non-vegetarian variation.
Drizzle with balsamic glaze for extra sweetness.
Pizza stone gives an even crispier crust.
Freeze leftovers individually wrapped for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 25 mins (plus 1–1.5 hrs rising)
Cook Time: 45 mins
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pizza)
Calories: 370
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 30mg