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5 Ingredient Pumpkin and Gouda Pizza Recipe

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This easy and flavorful Pumpkin and Gouda Pizza combines the sweetness of caramelized onions and the creamy richness of gouda cheese with smooth pumpkin puree for a unique fall-inspired pizza. With just 5 main ingredients, it’s a perfect recipe for a cozy night in, offering a delightful twist on traditional pizza.

Ingredients

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For the Topping:

  • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large (or 2 small-medium) yellow onion, peeled and sliced
  • 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
  • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 5 oz. freshly grated gouda cheese (about 1 1/4 cups)
  • Optional: finely chopped fresh parsley for garnish

For the Dough:

  • 16 oz. fresh pizza dough, room temperature (or gluten free frozen pizza dough)

Instructions

  1. Caramelize Onions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes until they become soft.
  2. Slow Cook Onions: Reduce heat to low and continue cooking the onions, stirring every few minutes to prevent sticking and uneven coloring, until they turn a gentle blonde color, about 20 to 30 minutes. This slow caramelization process develops deep flavor.
  3. Add Garlic and Seasoning: During the final 5 minutes of cooking the onions, stir in the minced garlic, kosher salt, and optional crushed red pepper flakes to infuse the mixture with savory and spicy notes.
  4. Prepare Oven and Pizza Dough: Place a rack in the center-top position of the oven and preheat it to 475°F (246°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet on the rack to heat. On a flour-coated work surface, sprinkle more flour over the dough and roll or stretch it out to a 12 to 14-inch round. Transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper and pierce it a few times with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking.
  5. Assemble Pizza: Evenly spread the pumpkin puree over the dough, leaving about a 1/2 inch border around the edge. Scatter the caramelized onion and garlic mixture evenly over the pumpkin puree. Top the pizza with the grated gouda cheese.
  6. Bake Pizza: Transfer the dough with parchment paper onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for approximately 12 minutes, or until the bottom crust is crisp and the cheese has melted.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and optionally garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley. Slice the pizza into 8 pieces and serve warm.

Notes

  • For best flavor, caramelize onions slowly and patiently to develop sweetness.
  • Adjust crushed red pepper flakes according to desired spice level; omit for no heat.
  • Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but a baking sheet works fine as well.
  • If using gluten-free pizza dough, ensure it is fully thawed and at room temperature before rolling.
  • Freshly grated gouda melts better than pre-shredded for a creamier texture.

Keywords: pumpkin pizza, gouda cheese pizza, fall recipes, caramelized onion pizza, easy pizza recipe

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