Ingredients
– 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 large onions, thinly sliced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon sugar
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
– 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Creating Tasty Homemade French Onion Pizza is straightforward with these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
2. Caramelize Onions: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
3. Season the Onions: Season the caramelized onions with salt, pepper, thyme, and balsamic vinegar. Stir well and remove from heat.
4. Prepare the Dough: If using store-bought dough, roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. If making homemade dough, prepare it according to your recipe.
5. Assemble the Pizza: Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the dough.
6. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Gruyère and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the onions.
7. Bake the Pizza: Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or pizza stone. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
8. Garnish: Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a finishing touch.
9. Slice and Serve: Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza into wedges. Serve warm and enjoy the incredible flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 slices
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 12g