Savory Pumpkin Pizza
Indulge in the warmth of autumn with this Savory Pumpkin Pizza. Featuring a creamy pumpkin base, melted mozzarella, and fragrant sage, this dish captures the essence of fall in every bite. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, it’s not just a meal but a celebration of seasonal flavors that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C), placing a pizza stone inside if using.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, and salt. Brush this mixture over the rolled-out dough.
- Spread the pumpkin puree evenly over the dough, leaving about half an inch around the edges.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pumpkin layer, followed by grated Parmesan and chopped sage leaves.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Slice and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg