5 INGREDIENT PUMPKIN AND GOUDA PIZZA
This 5-ingredient pumpkin and gouda pizza is a cozy, flavorful dinner made with creamy pumpkin, smoky gouda, and caramelized onions, perfect for pressure-cooked pizza nights.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet for sautéing onions and garlic
- 1 Baking sheet or pizza stone for baking pizza
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for soft and sweet onions
- 1 yellow onion large, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 16 ounces fresh pizza dough
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 5 ounces freshly grated gouda cheese about 1 ¼ cups
- optional parsley and red pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and stir occasionally for 15–20 minutes until deep caramel color develops.
- Stir in garlic and kosher salt for the last 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Lightly flour surface and roll pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer dough to baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread pumpkin puree evenly, leaving a border.
- Top with caramelized onion mixture and shredded gouda cheese.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling. Cool slightly, then garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes. Slice and serve.
Notes
Optional toppings like roasted pumpkin seeds or thinly sliced prosciutto can add extra nuance—but avoid overloading the pizza to keep cooking even. Store leftovers in an airtight container or wrap and freeze for later. Reheat in oven for best crust results.