Pear Gorgonzola Pickled Walnut Pizzettes (Print Version)

Crispy mini pizzas with sweet pears, creamy Gorgonzola, and tangy pickled walnuts—an elegant appetizer.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 8.8 oz pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

→ Toppings

02 - 1 large ripe pear, thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
04 - 6 pickled walnuts, thinly sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ To Serve

08 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional for drizzling
09 - Fresh arugula leaves, optional

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out the pizza dough to approximately 0.2 inch thickness. Using a 2.75 inch round cutter, cut out 12 circles and place them on the prepared baking tray.
03 - Lightly brush each dough round with olive oil.
04 - Arrange pear slices evenly over each pizzette, followed by crumbled Gorgonzola and sliced pickled walnuts. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and black pepper.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and crisp and the cheese is bubbling.
06 - Remove from the oven and drizzle with honey and top with fresh arugula leaves if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The unique combination of sweet, salty, and tangy flavors creates a sophisticated appetizer.
  • Quick preparation and cooking time of just 35 minutes makes it perfect for entertaining.
  • Easy to customize with different blue cheeses or toppings to suit your taste.
02 -
  • Thinly roll the dough to 0.5 cm to achieve a delicate, cracker-like crunch.
  • Always verify ingredient labels for pickled walnuts and dough if you have specific allergies to gluten, dairy, or tree nuts.
  • Use a small brush for the olive oil to ensure even coverage without making the dough soggy.
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