Caramelized Sweet Potato or Squash Pizza
Elevate your pizza night with this irresistible Caramelized Sweet Potato or Squash Pizza, boasting a rich blend of savory and sweet flavors. Perfectly roasted cubes of tender sweet potato or butternut squash, caramelized with honey, pair harmoniously with melty mozzarella, tangy goat cheese, and fragrant fresh thyme. A crisp, golden crust forms the perfect base, while optional arugula and a sweet balsamic glaze add a fresh, gourmet touch. Ready in under an hour, this unique pizza recipe is ideal for cozy dinners, gatherings, or anytime you crave an unexpected twist on a favorite classic. Impress your taste buds with this seasonal pizza masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (store-bought or homemade, about 12-inch base) Pizza dough
- 2 cups (peeled and cubed) Sweet potato or butternut squash
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1.5 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups (crumbled) Goat cheese
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup (optional, for topping) Arugula
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for drizzling) Balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, toss the sweet potato or squash cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, black pepper, and honey.
Spread the seasoned sweet potato or squash evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until caramelized and tender. Remove from oven and set aside.
Increase oven temperature to 475°F (245°C) for baking the pizza. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
On a clean surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper if not using a stone.
Brush the surface of the rolled-out dough with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Distribute the caramelized sweet potato or squash cubes over the cheese. Add crumbled goat cheese evenly across the pizza.
Sprinkle fresh thyme leaves on top of the toppings.
Carefully transfer the pizza to the oven (or onto the preheated pizza stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. If desired, top with a handful of fresh arugula and drizzle with balsamic glaze before slicing.
Slice the pizza into pieces and serve warm. Enjoy your Caramelized Sweet Potato or Squash Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.0 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.8 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5478 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.8 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.4 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1585 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2332 mg | 50% | |
*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.
