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Pickle Pizza Recipe

Name: Pickle Pizza Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed; ¾ cup sour cream; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1-2 teaspoons water; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 package (13 ounces) thin-crust pizza dough or homemade pizza dough; 2-3 dill pickles, thinly sliced; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; ¼ cup parmesan cheese

ByAiden Wells December 8, 2025December 8, 2025

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Introduction

Pickle pizza is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining tangy dill pickles with creamy garlic sauce and melted cheeses. This easy-to-make pizza offers a fresh and flavorful experience that pickle lovers will adore.

The image shows a pizza cut into eight slices, placed on brown parchment paper over a white marbled surface. The pizza has a golden-brown crust with a layer of melted white cheese that is slightly browned in spots, and thin slices of green pickles spread evenly on top. Around the pizza, there are scattered pickle slices, a white bowl filled with more pickles on the lower left, and a small wooden bowl with grated cheese in the upper right. A pizza cutter with a metal blade and grey handle rests near the bottom right corner. The overall setting is clean and simple. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
¾ cup sour cream
¼ cup mayonnaise
1-2 teaspoons water
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 package (13 ounces) thin-crust pizza dough or homemade pizza dough
2-3 dill pickles, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2: Make the garlic sauce by combining the garlic, sour cream, mayonnaise, water, kosher salt, black pepper, and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 4: Spread the garlic sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
Step 5: Arrange the thinly sliced dill pickles over the sauce, then sprinkle with mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.
Step 6: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 16-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust turns golden brown.
Step 7: Remove from the oven and let the pizza sit for about 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

Tips & Variations

Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust, or a baking sheet for ease of handling.
Try adding thinly sliced red onions or fresh dill for extra flavor.
Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to lighten the garlic sauce.

Storage

Store leftover pickle pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm it in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to keep the crust crispy. Avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.

How to Serve

The image shows a pizza sliced into six pieces, placed on parchment paper atop a wooden surface. The pizza has three layers: the bottom layer is a light golden crust, the middle layer consists of thick white ricotta cheese covered unevenly, and the top layer features melted mozzarella cheese with orange-brown spots and round green pickle slices scattered across. In the bottom left corner, a white bowl with sliced pickles is partly visible. The background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use regular pickles instead of dill pickles?

While dill pickles offer a tangy and slightly sour flavor that balances well with the creamy sauce, regular pickles can be used if you prefer a milder taste. Just be aware the flavor will be different.

Is it possible to make the garlic sauce ahead of time?

Yes, the garlic sauce can be prepared a few hours ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator. Bring it to room temperature before spreading it on the pizza for best results.