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Fig Jam Pizza with Goat Cheese & Prosciutto

Fig Jam Pizza with Goat Cheese & Prosciutto
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Fig Jam Pizza with Goat Cheese & Prosciutto offers a gourmet balance of sweet and savory flavors, combining creamy tangy goat cheese, salty prosciutto, and luscious fig jam on a crispy golden crust. This elegant yet easy-to-make pizza is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special family meal, ready in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients and straightforward steps.

Ingredients

Base

  • Pizza dough (fresh or store-bought), enough for a 12-inch pizza
  • Olive oil, for drizzling

Toppings

  • Fig jam, thinly spread over dough
  • Goat cheese, crumbled (about 4 oz)
  • Prosciutto, thinly sliced (about 3-4 slices)
  • Fresh thyme or rosemary, for sprinkling

Optional Garnishes

  • Fresh arugula, handful for topping after baking
  • Microgreens or edible flowers, for garnish
  • Balsamic glaze, for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to an even thickness about 12 inches wide. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or preheated pizza stone for best crispiness.
  2. Spread the Fig Jam: Using a spoon or offset spatula, evenly spread a thin layer of fig jam over the dough’s surface, leaving a small border for the crust to remain plain.
  3. Add Goat Cheese: Crumble goat cheese over the fig jam evenly, ensuring a balanced layer to blend creamy tangy flavor with the sweetness of the jam.
  4. Bake Until Golden: Bake the pizza in a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) for 10–12 minutes until the crust turns golden and crisp, and the goat cheese is melted and bubbly.
  5. Top with Prosciutto and Herbs: Remove pizza from the oven and drape thin slices of prosciutto across the warm pizza. Sprinkle fresh thyme or rosemary on top and drizzle lightly with olive oil for flavor and shine.
  6. Add Fresh Arugula (Optional): Just before serving, scatter a handful of fresh arugula leaves on top for a bright, peppery crunch that complements the rich toppings.

Notes

  • Use room temperature goat cheese to help it spread and melt evenly.
  • Don’t overload toppings to keep crust crispy and avoid sogginess.
  • Preheat your oven thoroughly to achieve optimal crust crispness.
  • Using a pizza stone or steel aids in creating restaurant-quality crunch.
  • Let dough rest before rolling to prevent shrinkage and maintain tender texture.

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Keywords: fig jam pizza, goat cheese pizza, prosciutto pizza, sweet and savory pizza, gourmet pizza, easy pizza recipe

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