Perfect Prosciutto and Honey Burrata Pizza Recipe
This Perfect Prosciutto and Honey Burrata Pizza combines the creamy richness of fresh burrata cheese with the savory saltiness of thinly sliced prosciutto, all perfectly balanced by a drizzle of high-quality honey. Baked to golden perfection on a crispy crust and garnished with fresh basil and optional crushed red pepper flakes, this pizza is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors, ideal for an impressive yet easy-to-make meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Total Time: 25-27 minutes
- Yield: 1 large pizza (about 8 slices)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade) – 1 ball
- Flour for rolling out the dough – as needed
- Olive oil – for brushing the dough, about 1 tablespoon
Toppings
- Fresh burrata cheese – 1 ball
- Thinly sliced prosciutto – about 4-6 slices
- High-quality honey – 1-2 tablespoons
- Fresh basil leaves – handful for garnish
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional) – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it inside the oven while it heats up to ensure a crispy crust.
- Roll Out Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a circle or rectangle about ¼ inch thick to create the pizza base.
- Transfer to Parchment: Place the rolled-out dough onto a sheet of parchment paper to make transferring to the oven easier and to prevent sticking.
- Brush with Olive Oil: Brush the entire surface of the dough with olive oil, paying special attention to the edges to help achieve a golden, crunchy crust during baking.
- Pre-Bake the Crust: Carefully slide the dough on the parchment paper onto the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet, and bake for 7-10 minutes until the crust is lightly golden and puffed up.
- Add Burrata: Remove the partially baked crust from the oven. Tear the fresh burrata cheese into small pieces and scatter them evenly across the surface of the pizza.
- Top with Prosciutto: Arrange the thin slices of prosciutto generously over the burrata to cover the pizza.
- Drizzle Honey: Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of high-quality honey over the prosciutto and burrata to add a subtle sweet contrast.
- Final Bake: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes or until the burrata is melted and bubbly, and the prosciutto slightly warmed.
- Garnish: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle fresh basil leaves and, if desired, some crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- Serve: Slice the pizza and serve immediately while warm to enjoy the melty cheese and flavorful toppings at their best.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust, but a baking sheet works perfectly fine.
- For an extra crispy crust, preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Adjust the amount of honey depending on your preferred sweetness level.
- Crushed red pepper flakes add a spicy kick but are optional based on taste preferences.
- Fresh burrata is best used on the day of purchase for optimal creaminess and flavor.
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