Apple Anise Pizza
Indulge in a unique blend of sweet and savory with this Apple Anise Pizza, a dessert-inspired twist on a classic favorite. Featuring a golden, crisp pizza crust layered with luscious mascarpone cheese sweetened with honey and a touch of lemon, this recipe brings warm, caramelized apples to center stage, enhanced by the subtle licorice-like flavor of ground anise. Perfectly balanced and oven-baked to perfection, this pizza is a show-stopping treat for brunches, dessert tables, or cozy gatherings. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish, and enjoy every bite of this sophisticated yet easy-to-make delight. Keywords: Apple Anise Pizza, caramelized apples, mascarpone pizza, dessert pizza recipe, sweet pizza ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 10 oz) Pizza dough
- 2 medium (such as Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) Apples
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground anise
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Mascarpone cheese
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a 10-12 inch circle or desired shape, and set aside.
Core and thinly slice the apples, keeping the slices uniform for even cooking.
In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the apple slices, brown sugar, and ground anise. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and lightly caramelized. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a small bowl, mix the mascarpone cheese, honey, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
Carefully transfer the pizza dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easier handling. Spread the mascarpone mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Arrange the caramelized apples over the mascarpone layer in a decorative pattern.
Carefully slide the parchment paper with the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and cooked through.
Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.
Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves before slicing and serving warm. Enjoy your Apple Anise Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.4 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 52 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 371 mg | 16% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 232 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
