Introduction

This Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Pizza offers a perfect balance of creamy tanginess and sweet, rich flavor. It’s a simple yet elegant homemade pizza that’s sure to impress your family and friends.

The image shows a round pizza cut into eight slices on a dark grey pizza pan placed on a white marbled surface. The pizza has a thin, pale golden crust as the base layer. The second layer is melted white cheese spread evenly across the entire pizza. On top, there are scattered dark green crispy kale pieces and small dollops of creamy white cheese. There is also a drizzle of dark brown balsamic glaze creating thin stripes over the toppings, adding contrast to the light colors. Two silver forks and knives are placed near the top edge of the frame. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1-3/4 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 envelope Fleischmann’s® RapidRise Yeast
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup very warm water (120° to 130°F)*
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large yellow onion, halved and sliced thin
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 oz goat cheese, crumbled
2 teaspoons balsamic glaze

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar, and salt.
Step 2: Add the very warm water and 3 tablespoons olive oil to the bowl. Mix until well blended, about 1 minute.
Step 3: Gradually add the remaining flour to make a soft dough that forms a ball and is slightly sticky. Knead on a floured surface, adding flour if needed, until smooth and elastic, about 4 minutes.
Step 4: Let the dough rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the toppings.
Step 5: In a medium non-stick skillet, combine the sliced onions, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, cover, and cook until the water evaporates and onions sizzle, about 8 minutes.
Step 6: Uncover and reduce heat to medium. Press onions into the skillet’s sides and bottom. Cook without stirring for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat this process for about 12 minutes until the onions are deeply browned. Add water as needed to prevent burning.
Step 7: Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and place it on a greased pizza pan or baking sheet.
Step 8: Pinch the edges of the dough to form a rim. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese evenly over the surface.
Step 9: Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the cheese. Bake the crust in the oven for 14–18 minutes until the edges are brown.
Step 10: Remove the pizza from the oven, top with the caramelized onions, and drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.

Tips & Variations

Use milder onions like Vidalia for a sweeter caramelized flavor.
For a vegetarian twist, add fresh arugula or spinach on top just before serving.
If you don’t have balsamic glaze, reduce balsamic vinegar until thick or substitute with honey for sweetness.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm slices in a skillet or oven to keep the crust crisp. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pre-made pizza dough?

Yes, pre-made dough can be used to save time. Just roll it out to a 12-inch circle and proceed with toppings as directed.

How do I know when the caramelized onions are done?

The onions should be soft, golden to deep brown, and have a sweet aroma. They will reduce in volume and develop a rich, mellow flavor when caramelized properly.

Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Pizza Recipe

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This Goat Cheese and Caramelized Onion Pizza features a homemade soft dough base topped with tangy crumbled goat cheese, sweet and deeply caramelized onions, and a finishing drizzle of balsamic glaze. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this savory pizza blends creamy, sweet, and tangy flavors for a delightful gourmet treat at home.

Author: Dana
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 1 12-inch pizza, serves 2-3 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the Pizza Dough

1–3/4 to 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 envelope Fleischmann’s® RapidRise Yeast
1–1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
2/3 cup very warm water (120° to 130°F)
3 tablespoons olive oil

For the Caramelized Onions

1 large yellow onion, halved and sliced thin
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Salt to taste

For the Pizza Topping

3 oz goat cheese, crumbled
2 teaspoons balsamic glaze
1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
Garlic powder (amount not specified; estimate 1/2 teaspoon)

Instructions

Make the Pizza Dough: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, undissolved yeast, sugar, and salt. Add very warm water and 3 tablespoons olive oil; mix until well blended, about 1 minute. Gradually add remaining flour to form a soft dough that is slightly sticky. Knead on a floured surface for about 4 minutes until smooth and elastic. Let dough rest for 10 minutes.
Caramelize the Onions: In a medium non-stick skillet, combine sliced onions, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook until water evaporates and onions start to sizzle, about 8 minutes. Uncover and reduce heat to medium. Press onions gently into the skillet’s sides and bottom, cooking without stirring for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat this cycle to encourage browning, adding 1 tablespoon water as needed if onions start to burn. Continue cooking until onions are deeply browned, about 12 minutes.
Prepare the Pizza: Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll the dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle and transfer to a greased pizza pan or baking sheet. Pinch the edges to form a rim. Sprinkle crumbled goat cheese and an estimated 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder evenly over the dough. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Bake the Pizza: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 14–18 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crust is cooked through.
Finish and Serve: Remove pizza from oven, top evenly with the caramelized onions, and drizzle with 2 teaspoons balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.

Notes

Onion should be sliced thinly to ensure even caramelization.
If onions start to stick or burn while caramelizing, add small amounts of water to prevent burning and aid in browning.
Garlic powder quantity is not specified in the recipe; 1/2 teaspoon is recommended for a balanced flavor.
Use freshly warm water (120° to 130°F) to activate yeast properly for dough rising.
Allow dough resting time to develop gluten structure and better texture.

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