Caramelized Onion Date and Sausage Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this Caramelized Onion, Date, and Sausage Pizza, a gourmet twist that combines sweet, savory, and tangy flavors on a perfectly crisp crust. Featuring golden caramelized onions, rich Italian sausage, and naturally sweet pitted dates, this pizza is anything but ordinary. A duo of melted mozzarella and creamy goat cheese adds indulgent texture, while a drizzle of balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of fresh thyme bring a tangy, herbaceous finish. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and optional cornmeal dusting for a bakery-style crust, this recipe is a stunning blend of comfort and sophistication, perfect for a casual weeknight or a dinner party centerpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 ball (12-inch crust) Pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Large onion
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cup Pitted dates
• 0.5 pound Fresh sausage (Italian or breakfast sausage)
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Crumbled goat cheese
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
• 1 tablespoon Cornmeal (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the onion. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sprinkle with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3

While the onions are caramelizing, cook the sausage in a separate skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small chunks with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set aside.

Step 4

Prepare your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into a 12-inch circle. If using cornmeal, sprinkle it on a piece of parchment paper and place the rolled-out dough on top.

Step 5

Brush the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the surface of the dough.

Step 6

Evenly spread the caramelized onions over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

Step 7

Scatter the cooked sausage and chopped dates over the onions.

Step 8

Top the pizza with shredded mozzarella and crumbled goat cheese.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the pizza (with the parchment paper, if used) to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh thyme leaves.

Step 11

Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top for a sweet and tangy finish.

Step 12

Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1051.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2654.2

Total Fat 140.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 56.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 307.4mg	0%
Sodium 5293.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 108.1g
Protein 107.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1179.5mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1963.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.4%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 36.4%