Pear Gorgonzola Pickled Walnut Pizzettes (Printable Version)

Sweet pears, creamy Gorgonzola, and tangy pickled walnuts on crisp golden bases—sophisticated party appetizer.

# What You Need:

→ Dough

01 - 8.8 oz pizza dough, store-bought or homemade

→ Toppings

02 - 1 large ripe pear, thinly sliced
03 - 3.5 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
04 - 6 pickled walnuts, thinly sliced
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
07 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ To Serve

08 - 1 tablespoon honey, optional for drizzling
09 - Fresh arugula leaves, optional

# How-to Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out pizza dough to approximately 0.2 inches thickness. Using a 2.75-inch round cutter, cut out 12 circles and place on prepared baking tray.
03 - Lightly brush each dough round with olive oil using a small brush.
04 - Arrange pear slices evenly over each pizzette, followed by crumbled Gorgonzola and sliced pickled walnuts. Sprinkle with fresh thyme and black pepper.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and crisp and cheese is bubbling.
06 - Remove from oven. Drizzle with honey and top with fresh arugula leaves if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They look impressively fancy but come together in under 40 minutes with minimal fuss.
  • The sweet, salty, and tangy flavors create a balance that feels restaurant quality but stays approachable.
  • Perfect for when you need a crowd pleaser that isnt the usual cheese and crackers.
02 -
  • If your pear slices are too thick, they won't soften properly in the short bake time, so aim for thin, even cuts.
  • Don't overload the pizzettes with toppings or the dough won't crisp up underneath, less is genuinely more here.
03 -
  • If you can't find pickled walnuts, toss regular walnut halves with a little balsamic vinegar and a pinch of sugar for a quick substitute.
  • Rolling the dough slightly thinner than you think you should will give you crispier, more delicate pizzettes that feel elegant rather than doughy.
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